Associate Technician, QC Laboratory Resources

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I.    JOB SUMMARY 
The role of a Laboratory Resources Associate Technician is to provide the support work, care and daily observation of animals as required to assure continued accreditation through the Association for the Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care, International (AAALAC), and the continued availability of Emergent’s unique stock of guinea pig for use in product related testing. This position is a non-traditional position, meaning weekend, holiday, and as needed overtime is required.

II.    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Animal Care & Facility Support
•    Operation of autoclaves/cage washers/rack washers, including manual cleaning of caging and facilities as required. May operate a forklift as needed.
•    Daily care of animals (feeding, watering, observing) cleaning cages, maintaining a high level of cleanliness and sanitation in the animal area including documentation of completed tasks
•    Performance of technical assignments in care of animals such as weighing animals, recording weights, performing identification technique, and euthanasia 
•    Perform basic document review
•    Assist in training of routine activities based on department needs

Behavior/Cultural Responsibilities:
•    Ownership – Actively participate in self-development (SLII, IPMP)
•    Accountability – Follow through on commitments
•    Detail oriented – Able to complete required tasks and associated documentation with minimal error
•    Adaptability – Maintain positive attitude in a changing work environment
Communication – Effectively communicate with all levels of management, support staff and supporting departments
•    Escalate issues through the proper channels
•    Effectively build and maintain working relationships between Lab Resources and supporting departments

The above statements are intended to describe the nature of work performed by those in this job and are not an exhaustive list of all duties. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time which reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. 

III. MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS
Education
•    HS Diploma or equivalent

Skills & Experience Required
•    Good verbal and written communication skills

Skills & Experience Preferred
•    Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint is preferred
•    Experience working with animals, particularly in a laboratory animal environment preferred

If the hiring manager expresses an interest in interviewing you for the open position, you must discuss your interest in the open position with your current manager prior to an interview being scheduled.

U.S. Base Pay Ranges and Benefits Information

The estimated annual base salary as a new hire for this position ranges from $34,000 to $41,200. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.  The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.  Certain roles are eligible for additional incentive compensation, including merit increases, annual bonus, [and/or long-term incentives in the form of stock options.]

Additionally, Emergent offers a comprehensive benefits package*.  Information regarding additional benefits can be found here:  https://www.emergentbiosolutions.com/careers/life-at-emergent

(*Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies).

If you are selected for an interview, please feel welcome to speak to a Human Resources Partner about our compensation philosophy and available benefits.