Vivarium Technician

Role Summary

Vivarium Technician (T02) at Pfizer’s La Jolla Oncology Research Unit, within the Tumor Biology In Vivo Pharmacology group. Focused on executing in vivo dosing procedures for preclinical research, with emphasis on animal welfare and regulatory compliance. Requires weekend and holiday rotation as part of the team’s operational support model.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced dosing techniques in rodents, including oral gavage, intravenous (tail vein), intraperitoneal, and subcutaneous administration.
• Verify dosing formulations are in accordance with study protocols and SOPs.
• Monitor animals post-procedure and report clinical observations promptly.
• Support biological sample collection (e.g., blood, plasma, tissues) and necropsy procedures as needed.
• Maintain accurate, compliant records in alignment with IACUC and internal standards.
• Collaborate with study teams, veterinarians, and technical staff to ensure seamless study execution.
• Ensure procedural areas and equipment are maintained in a clean and ready state.

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Required: Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in rodent dosing techniques in a research, academic, or industry setting.
• Required: Proficiency in oral gavage, intraperitoneal (IP), and subcutaneous (SC) injections.
• Required: Willingness and ability to work weekends and holidays on a rotating schedule.
• Required: Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols with precision.
• Required: Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Required: Ability to operate under supervision with regular review to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Required: Demonstrated teamwork and collaborative mindset.
• Required: Ability to apply technical knowledge to routine procedures with guidance from supervisors.
• Required: Commitment to learning and contributing to a collaborative work environment.
• Required: Ability to adapt established methodologies and participate in team-aligned projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with intravenous (IV) dosing.
• Associate‚Äôs or Bachelor‚Äôs degree in Animal Science, Biology, or related field.
• AALAS certification (ALAT or higher).
• Experience working in a regulated environment.
• Familiarity with electronic data capture systems (e.g., Studylog).

Skills

• Technical proficiency in rodent dosing techniques
• Attention to protocol compliance and record-keeping
• Effective communication and collaboration

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (required); advanced degree or certifications preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Weekend and Holiday Rotations: availability required.
• On-site presence and ability to work in a live animal facility.