Technical Associate

Role Summary

Technical Associate providing animal technician support for non-biocontainment research across livestock species, with a focus on dairy cattle, sheep, and goats at the Richland, MI site. Responsible for performing all phases of discovery and/or development of animal health products.

Responsibilities

• Assist and perform general facilities and equipment procedures and operations.
• Assist and perform livestock care and husbandry procedures in accordance with protocols, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
• Support general building and laboratory duties, including cleaning and equipment maintenance.
• Collect, process, and analyze samples; perform basic animal laboratory techniques and procedures as per training and SOPs.
• Assist with assigned livestock in-vivo procedures.
• Perform basic aseptic laboratory procedures in compliance with training and SOPs.
• Assist with protocol review and development, animal procurement, and support Clinical Veterinarians with all aspects of veterinary care.
• Demonstrate proficiency with software such as Outlook, Smartsheet, Dairy Comp, Afimilk, PCDART, Microsoft Office project planning tools, or other agriculture-related programs.
• Learn and comply with all Standard Operating Procedures and documentation requirements in accordance with Animal Welfare and GLP/GCP policies.
• Exhibit a true passion for animals, be self-motivated, and work well in a team environment.
• Perform evening, weekend, and holiday work on a rotational basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma + 1-3 years related experience or education combined.
• Flexibility, enthusiasm and adaptability within the work environment, and a track record of successfully working in a fast-paced setting involving multiple projects and tasks.
• Demonstrated math and reading comprehension required.
• Great attitude and willingness to learn on the job.
• Proven track record of working well in a team setting.

Desirable attributes

• Experience working with livestock and operation of farm equipment.
• Veterinary technician license/certification.
• AALAS Certification.
• Previous experience in an in vivo research setting.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Role requires the usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and a very high level of personal hygiene to be maintained while at work.