COMPANY MISSION
eGenesis is dedicated to giving patients with organ failure a second chance at life by harnessing the power of genome engineering to create safe, effective, and readily available solutions.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Animal Care Technician shall provide animal care and upkeep animal areas in accordance with the company standard operating procedure. This position will assist other personnel in all animal-related projects and procedures. As part of the broader Animal Care Team, you will collaborate with Farm Operations Team members to ensure all farm activities are completed according to eGenesis standards and guidelines. This position will be expected to be involved in a weekend rotating shift schedule.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Feeding and cleaning of all animals and housing facilitiesClosely observe animals when working with them and report any unusual conditions immediately to Vet Staff/Direct SupervisorAssist in safe animal handling and movementsMaintain high standard of animal care and welfareMaintenance of animal related equipment and facilitiesResponsible for maintaining all aspects relative to research animal care, health, and treatmentFollow instructions and recommendations for animal treatments in accordance with on-site Vet Staff directionSupport Vet Staff with the preparation of animals undergoing surgeriesResponsible for maintaining and keeping health and herd management recordsPerform estrus synchronization, injection/administration of hormones, and heat checking/estrus detectionPromote and adhere to safety in the workplace by following safe work practices and enforcing health and safety regulationsAdhere to eGenesis biosecurity requirements
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
0-3+ years of hands-on livestock handling or relevant animal research experienceHighschool diploma or equivalent, Bachelors degree or Masters degree in relevant animal science fieldWorking knowledge of farm equipment is beneficial but not requiredMust not have any other interaction with pigs outside of the companyProficient in Microsoft Office Suite is beneficial but not requiredTime management skills and the ability to prioritize workAttention to detail and problem-solving skillsExcellent communicationStrong organizational skills with the ability to multi-taskKnowledge of swine operations is beneficial but not required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to work in different environments, including farm, shop, office, and animal husbandry environments in varying weather conditions. The employee frequently is required to be walking, stooping, climbing, and crouching. Employees are regularly expected to lift objects 30-60lbs multiple times throughout the day. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust to focus.
TOTAL REWARDS
eGenesis is proud to offer competitive compensation including base pay and annual bonus. We take great care in offering our employees excellent benefits including:
- Medical insurance (80% company paid)
- Dental insurance (80% company paid)
- Vision insurance (100% company paid)
- 401k with a company match
- Paid time off and paid sick time
- Paid holidays