Comparative Medicine Technical Associate, Animal Care

Role: Laboratory Animal Technician within Pfizer's Research and Development, supporting husbandry, health surveillance, and basic technical procedures for laboratory animals. Responsibilities: perform routine animal care, monitor health and behavior, assist with restraint, injections, blood collection, support cage wash operations, and maintain inventory. Qualifications: high school diploma or GED, 2-3 years of experience, with preferred AALAS certification and prior lab animal work. High-value specifics: support research involving various species, compliant with USDA, PHS, AAALAC standards; work schedule includes weekends and holidays; on-premise location in Cambridge, MA, with physical ability to lift 50 pounds and perform repetitive tasks. Work setup: onsite essential personnel role with potential remote elements for some individuals during emergencies.