Do you want to be part of an organization that is making a difference in the lives of millions of people worldwide? If so, we want to hear from you! If you are interested in starting a career in animal care within the biotech industry, QPS has an opening for an Animal Care Specialist at our in-life facility. If you have prior rodent handling experience, that’s a big plus, and this position is a great way to enhance your capabilities by adding additional scientific knowledge to your background!
Individuals in this position will be responsible for the care and husbandry of small rodents (mice & rats), as well as performing study preparation and lab support functions. You will learn how to work with biohazardous materials, radioactivity, and chemicals. You will learn proper animal handling techniques, proper animal care methods, and study setup.
*Note: You will be working with live animals and as such you should have no trepidation about handling rats and mice and no known allergies to rodents. This position may include provision of weekend and holiday vivarium and animal care.
QPS’ Story:
Since its inception, QPS has been assisting pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies with their drug development efforts by providing a full range of Neuropharmacology, DMPK, Toxicology, Bioanalysis, Translational Medicine, Early Phase Clinical and Phase II – IV Clinical Research services. To meet the needs of our clients, we strive to employ talented, caring and committed individuals who will work collaboratively towards achieving our mission of improving human health and the quality of life.
Team members enjoy challenging and rewarding work, and are encouraged achieve their best. Underpinning the operation is a culture that values diversity, innovation, accountability, team work and a friendly atmosphere where performance is recognized and rewarded. We provide unique company benefits, training, and advancement opportunities. Most importantly, we value each of our team members as employees and as individuals.
If this sounds like your ideal work environment, then we would love to speak with you, so apply today!
Please visit our website (www.qps.com) for more information and to see all current openings.
The Job
Perform animal care and facility maintenance/sanitation functions in accordance with QPS IACUC Policy, QPS SOPs, and AAALAC standards.Responsible for animal receipt and acclimation, including document preparation and documentation of initial health evaluation, gender determination, and animal weights as required by SOP.Perform proper animal husbandry (supply food, water, bedding, and do bedding changes) according to established SOPs and schedules.Responsible for daily room cleaning and sanitization within the vivarium, involving both live animal study rooms and non-animal areas to include sweeping, mopping, and/or disinfection.Assist the in-life staff with In-vivo study preparation to include set up of cages, provision of food and bedding, relocation of study animals to designated lab, etc., as needed to successfully initiate such studies.Inventory and order animal care, facility care, and maintenance supplies.Properly maintain food and bedding stock and storage area organization and cleanliness.Perform other functions as directed by supervisor.Early morning animal receipt (once per week) required.
Work Location
This job will be 100% QPS-office/facility basedWork Schedule: The schedule for this fulltime position is standard day shift Monday thru Friday, with the potential to cover some weekends and/or holidays (we can flex the work schedule to maintain a 40-hour work week; however, overtime pay will be given if needed)
Requirements
Combination of relevant education & experience that provides sufficient knowledge & skills, such as: Minimum of 2 years of relevant industry (animal care) experience Experience in a Regulated industry laboratory preferredMust be able to pass a post-employment occupational health physical exam and achieve respiratory clearance involving the use of an N-95 respirator. Please note that a current, validated tetanus shot is also required and will be given at the physical if needed.
Why You Should Apply
Great learning opportunities, especially for those new to the field. Our seasoned professionals are here to support and work with you to explore your learning potential and career goals.Structured Career Ladders that provide excellent growth based on your personal aspirations.Bonuses and merit increases are a part of the QPS total rewards approach and are linked to individual, team and company performance.Solid Benefits package, including Company-matched 401(k), and Company-sponsored Group Life/AD&D and Short and Long-term Disability InsurancePark-like setting in Newark, DelawareInternal committees designed with the needs and enjoyment of QPS employees in mind.
QPS, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In accordance with federal, state, and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all personnel without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job applicants and present employees are evaluated solely on ability, experience, and the requirements of the job. In addition, QPS, LLC is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.