Animal Care Technician II

Animal Care Technician Iv

The Animal Care Technician IV provides exemplary animal care and adheres to all department and AbbVie regulatory expectations. Provides animal husbandry and oversight in support of the AbbVie drug discovery and development process.

Responsibilities:

• Completely follow established procedures and protocols with supervision according to required schedules (including off-hours, weekends, and holidays)
• Recognize, clearly communicate, and document procedural variances
• Maintain vivarium equipment, including sanitization, and stocking supplies when appropriate
• Learn and effectively implement new techniques
• Observe performance of and troubleshoot instrumentation
• Complete all assigned and required trainings prior to deadlines
• Demonstrate technical proficiency in animal care and vivarium operations. Demonstrate skill in multiple techniques, as required, to suit the changing needs of research or development sciences
• Documentation of tasks and observations, and adherence to designated task schedules and departmental Standard Operating Procedures
• Understand and adhere to corporate standards and regulatory requirements regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, controlled drug and radioactive compounds, GxP compliance, and animal care where applicable
• Use experience and training to make routine decisions to execute responsibilities

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and one year experience in related techniques, or A.S. or equivalent degree or entry-level certification.
• Physical dexterity, visual and auditory acuity, organizational and time management skills, and sensitivity to changes in environmental conditions encountered in task performance.
• Basic computer skills, including word processing, internet browser navigation, and communication such as email and messaging.
• Able to lift 50 pounds, perform repetitive procedures, and stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Practical knowledge, including basic calculations, to carry out job function.

Additional Information:

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
• This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.