Animal Technician I (Christiansburg, VA)

Role: Animal Technician responsible for daily husbandry, care, and maintenance of pigs in a pathogen-free facility to support biopharma research and organ transplantation initiatives. Responsibilities: performing routine animal care, feeding, cleaning, disinfection, assisting veterinary staff with procedures, and maintaining detailed records per SOPs; supporting reproductive activities like semen collection; and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Requirements: high school diploma or GED; 1+ years experience in large animal handling; ability to work 10-hour overnight shifts (5:00pm–3:30am) with flexibility for day shifts; strong animal husbandry knowledge; proficient in SOP adherence, communication, and organizational skills; physically capable of lifting 75 lbs and pushing 200 lbs. Preferred qualifications include an associate degree in animal sciences, swine production experience, familiarity with medical testing and facility maintenance, and knowledge of animal welfare regulations (USDA, FDA). High-value biopharma specifics: role supports research in organ transplantation and regenerative medicine, working within a regulated GxP environment in a biotech setting, with a focus on pigs for preclinical studies. Location: onsite at Christiansburg, VA. Salary: $30.05/hr. Work involves strict adherence to SOPs, quality standards, and federal animal welfare regulations, with potential weekend and holiday shifts.