Animal Technician

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Animal Technician

Location(s): San Francisco, CA

Important Requirements:

• Full medicals are required for all onsite and hybrid candidates.
• Account Managers must conduct a video interview with candidates before submission.
• Candidates will be evaluated on professional attire, use of a computer (not a mobile phone) for the virtual interview, a quiet and professional interview environment, communication skills, and overall professionalism.
• Candidates who meet these expectations may be submitted.

Job Summary
The Animal Technician is responsible for the daily care, health monitoring, and maintenance of laboratory animals in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and established standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities include animal husbandry, cage and rack changes, food and water distribution, sanitation of animal housing areas, equipment maintenance, and accurate record keeping. The position also involves monitoring animal health, identifying potential concerns, and reporting issues to veterinary staff, researchers, and compliance personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily care and husbandry for laboratory animals, including rodents and other species.
• Change animal cages and racks according to established procedures.
• Deliver food and water in accordance with animal care requirements.
• Maintain animal housing areas and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Operate cage washers and autoclaves for cleaning and sterilization.
• Monitor animal health and identify potential health concerns.
• Immediately report animal health issues and other problems to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain accurate records, including per-diem records, animal health surveillance reports, feed logs, temperature and humidity charts, and animal receipt and disposition logs.
• Perform assigned technical procedures to support laboratory operations and research activities.
• Follow applicable federal and state regulations, licensing requirements, and standard operating procedures.
• Work independently or collaboratively with other team members as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of animal handling or laboratory animal sanitation equipment operations experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of training equivalent to the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician certification (AALAS) and one year of animal care experience; OR high school graduation and two years of relevant animal care experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• General knowledge of feeding, caging, and space requirements for multiple species of laboratory animals.
• Knowledge of disinfection, sanitation, and cleaning agents.
• Ability to operate cage washers and autoclaves.
• Knowledge of applicable federal regulations and licensing requirements.
• Ability to identify animal health concerns and communicate them to veterinary, research, and compliance personnel.
• Basic computer skills, including email, barcode scanning, electronic reporting, online training, and timesheet submission.
• Ability to maintain accurate and legible records.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and walk on hard surfaces for up to 7 hours per day.
• Ability to push and pull heavy objects and safely lift or move loads weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including protective clothing, safety glasses, safety shoes, gloves, face masks, and respirators when assigned.
• Ability to comply with workplace safety rules, including restrictions on eating, drinking, and smoking in designated areas.

Additional Requirements

• Must maintain satisfactory job performance during the probationary employment period.
• Must follow all established animal care, safety, and workplace procedures.
• Must be able to perform all duties associated with the Assistant Animal Technician role.

Work Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.