Animal Care Technician Intern will provide animal care and upkeep animal areas in accordance with the company standard operating procedure, assist in all animal-related projects and procedures, and collaborate with the Farm Operations Team to ensure all farm activities are completed according to eGenesis standards and guidelines.
Requirements
- Feeding and cleaning of all animals and housing facilities
- Closely observe animals whenever working with them and report any unusual conditions immediately to Vet Staff/direct supervisor
- Assist in safe animal handling and movements
- Maintain high standard of animal care and welfare
- Consistently follow all preparation, stimulation, sanitation, and identification SOPs
- Maintenance of animal related equipment and facilities
- Responsible for maintaining all aspects relative to research animal care, health, and treatment
- Follow instructions and recommendations for animal treatments in accordance with on-site Vet Staff direction
- Support Vet Staff with the preparation of animals undergoing surgeries
- Responsible for maintaining and keeping health and herd management records
- Perform estrus synchronization, injection/administration of hormones, and heat checking/estrus detection
- Promote and adhere to safety in the workplace by following safe work practices and enforcing health and safety regulations