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Technician II, Animal Care - Biogen Idec
Sep 12
Location: Cambridge, MACategories: Lab Technician
Website: http://posttrak.arbita.net/cgi-bin/PostTrak.cgi?RefCode=R3935282206848
Position Description
• Review, comprehend and comply with all SOP’s and internal guidelines.
• Perform daily health observations and communicate issues as appropriate.
• Perform husbandry duties for rats and mice.
• Perform cagewash and preparation activities to include maintainance of adequate inventories.
• Perform monthly census, handle related documentation and follow reporting procedures.
• Utilize internal databases to assist in the receipt and processing of supplies and services.
• Provide technical support to research staff
• Operate equipment and use supplies according to safety guidelines.
• Perform general housekeeping and adhere to safety procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Minimum of 2 years directly related experience.
• AALAS certification at the ALAT level preferred.
• Proficiency with basic technical procedures and identification methods.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to regularly lift/push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
Other
Regular work schedule is 40 hours per week; however, the incumbent may be required to work on weekends and holidays on a rotating basis. This position is over time eligible.
About Biogen Idec: Transforming Discovery into Care
With operations across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, Biogen Idec (NASDAQ:BIIB) is one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies, creating new standards of care in oncology, neurology, and immunology. Every day, employees of Biogen Idec make a difference in people’s lives, through pioneering research and development, manufacturing, and our worldwide commercial capabilities.
Learn more at www.biogenidec.com/careers.
Biogen Idec is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
