Animal Technician, Plasmapheresis

The Animal Technician, Plasmapheresis is responsible for performing plasma collection events and maintaining supplies / cleaning of plasma rooms.   Responsibilities :

• Assisting with vaccinations and plasma collections as determined by IACUC protocols and / or programs.
• Maintenance and calibration of plasmapheresis machines and all related equipment.
• Maintaining inventory of plasma collection supplies.  Maintaining plasma room cleanliness and flow of plasma events.
• Assists with facility design, function, and operations.
• Assist with routine animal management tasks (weights, vaccinations, feeding etc.) Convey issues and priorities between departments.  Assist others in areas when needed.
• Assist with compliance with USDA-APHIS, USDA-AC (AWA) and AAALAC International and ensure the institutional program of agricultural animal care and use is maintained Aid in formulation of facility procedures and operations.
• Assist with the conduct of approved IACUC research protocols in areas to improve animal health and further the goals of the company.

Requirements :

Animal handling experience with large animal handling experience especially helpful.  Large equipment / Skid loader experience preferred Language Skills :

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