Description
At Pfizer, everything we do is in line with an unwavering commitment to the quality and delivery of safe and effective products to patients. As a Technical Expert, your primary responsibility will be to provide basic husbandry, handling, restraint, and health surveillance of laboratory animals in compliance with local regulatory requirements. You will also maintain inventory of animal supplies and provide basic technical assistance in support of research studies.
Responsibilities:
- Perform routine animal husbandry and welfare duties as directed.
- Observe and report status of animal health, food and water consumption, appearance, behavior.
- Provide support in basic veterinary medical treatment as prescribed by the veterinary staff.
- Support cage wash equipment operations and maintenance.
- Support research by providing specialty technical services (dose administration, blood collection, tissue collection, preparation, vascular access port maintenance, surgery, data collection, record keeping and additional services) in support of WRD research programs.
- Required to work with all species housed at the site.
- Assist the facility manager and other Technical Leads in identifying the need for updating or initiating procedures.
- Train and instruct CM personnel in proper techniques, SOP’s, regulatory guidelines and general duties associated with animal care and welfare.
- Set a workplace standard through leading by example, showing mastery of all SOP’s, regulatory guidelines and Pfizer policies and behaviors.
Requirements:
- High school degree or GED required.
- 6+ years experience required (+ certifications).
- Experience working in a pharmaceutical setting.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with animal care and welfare regulations.
- Experience with cage wash equipment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
Physical/Mental Requirements:
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds and work standing up lifting items above shoulder level for extended periods of time.
- Ability to perform repetitive physical activities such as: pushing and pulling racks of caging, lifting bags of feed and bedding, reaching, stooping and bending.
- Pre-hire requirement is either providing proof of measles immunity or receiving the measles vaccination before hire.
Benefits:
- Salary ranges from $33.11 to $55.18 per hour.
- Eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums.
- Comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help colleagues lead healthy lives and support each of life’s moments.
- 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution.
- Paid vacation, holiday and personal days.
- Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.
- Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.