Acclimation Technician I

GENERAL SUMMARY
The Acclimation Technician works under direct guidance of the Manager of Behavior and Acclimation along with the general guidance of the veterinary team and senior scientists . This position is responsible for providing a successful acclimation and training period in accordance with company policies guidelines SOPs and study protocols. This process allows animals to normalize within a new environment and cooperatively participate in research procedures promoting both animal welfare and reproducible experimental results.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform animal care procedures including but not limited to:
  • acclimation training handling and restraint
  • clinical and behavioral observations
  • general animal husbandry as assigned.
• Use positive reinforcement and cooperative training techniques to desensitize non-human primates (NHP) to basic handling and restraint research procedures .
• Promote positive human-animal relationships.
• Maintain records of acclimation and training activities.
• Follow behavior management plans research protocols veterinary directives and other guidance documents.
• Observe animals for signs of illness injury or distress documenting any concerns and alerting veterinary staff as appropriate.
• Recognize and promote stable social relationships between animals.
• Encourage species-typical behaviors and participate in the environmental enrichment program.
• Adheres to and promotes the attributes expected as part of Biomeres Non-Negotiables.
• Perform other related duties as required.

PROBLEM SOLVING/DECISION MAKING

Must be able to make decisions relating to standard operating procedures and distinguish when it is necessary to contact the veterinary staff.
Must possess strong observational skills to ensure animal health and safety.

EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED;Associates degree preferred.
• Certifications preferred: ALAT
• Two years of related experience

WE HAVE GREAT BENEFITS TOO!

• Medical Dental Vision with generous portion paid by employer!
• Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with matching
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation Holidays Sick/Personal Days

At this time we are not accepting resumes from 3 rd party vendors. Thank you

Required Experience:

Junior IC