Animal Science Technician

　　Location: La Jolla, CA

　　Pay Rate: $19-20/hour DOE

　　Hours: 7:00am to 3:30pm Monday-Friday (might include weekend/holiday work availability). (Approx. start time)

　　6-Month temp-to-hire opportunity with ability to extend

　　Kelly Science & Clinical has been connecting science professionals to industry-leading employers for over 25 years. We are excited to be hiring an Animal Science Technician for a leading research institution who will be responsible for routine animal health-related tasks on a group of assigned laboratory animals. This is a great opportunity to care for animals and be part of a prestigious research team.

　　Responsibilities

　　Breeds, raises, and cares for small research animals. Follows proper breeding and animal care procedures

　　Clean/wash cages, replace bedding, ensure water and food is properly maintained and stocked in each cage

　　Monitors animal behavior and physical attributes to ensure animal health and confirm appropriate phenotype, reports any findings, ensures biosecurity

　　Ability to administer medication to laboratory animals: oral, topical, injectable (can include euthanasia)

　　Perform physical environment cleanliness. Upkeep and maintain record-keeping and production operations according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

　　Order and operate equipment and use supplies according to safety guidelines

　　May coordinate limited production activities in the temporary absence of the supervisor

　　Operate computer, maintain records on animal deliveries, print and maintain all cage identification

　　May perform other related duties as required and/or assigned

　　Qualifications

　　B.S. Degree in Animal Science or related field OR

　　High School Diploma or Associates Degree with at least one year of hands-on animal care experience

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　　Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.