Animal Care Technician 1

Are you passionate about science, dedicated to animal welfare, and committed to fostering strong team dynamics? Do you thrive on hands-on work, embrace continuous learning, and seek a career that makes a meaningful impact? If so, we invite you to join us and make a difference!

Location : Taconic Biosciences is seeking an Animal Care Technician to join our dedicated operations team at the Seattle, WA site. Our animal care team is passionate about the Taconic mission, collaborative, energetic and positive.

The Starting Pay : $23.10 per hour. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions.

The Work Schedule : Shifts starting as early as 5 : 00am Monday - Friday. Rotating weekends will be required once trained, with a pay differential included.

What we offer :

• Insurance within 30 days or less which includes options for medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and more!
• 20 days paid time off plus 6 additional holidays and 1 floating holiday
• Work life balance
• 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Commitment to training and providing you with the skills you need for success
• All employees receive access to 24 / 7 telemedicine (including mental health), short- and long-term disability and life insurance

The Role :

Animal Care Technicians embark on their journey at Taconic Biosciences as Animal Care Technician Trainees, participating in our comprehensive training program to master Taconic's operational protocols. As you progress through the training, you will advance from Animal Care Technician levels 1 to 3, with opportunities to reach Senior Specialist positions based on your demonstrated skills and behaviors. Your growth is supported by regular check-ins with your manager, ensuring you receive the guidance needed for success.

As a valued member of our Animal Care Technician team, you will specialize in the compassionate care of rats and / or mice, adhering meticulously to Taconic's Standard Operating Procedures, regulatory standards, and client specifications. Your role is integral to Taconic Biosciences’ success in advancing research efforts aimed at developing cures for diseases, contributing directly to our mission of improving lives.

Your Core Responsibilities as an Animal Care Technician 1 :

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Physical Requirements & Work Environment :

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Allergen Disclosure :

Due to the nature of the work performed at Taconic, employees may be exposed to allergens in the workplace, even if their positions do not involve the direct handling of animals or animal bedding. While individuals with preexisting allergies and / or asthma may be particularly sensitive to these exposures, anyone can experience a reaction.