Vivarium Operations Associate I

Novartis

Cambridge, MA, US
Base: $31.08 - $57.75ph ($60,600 - $112,600 annual...
Fully remote
Daily animal husbandry for rodents and zebrafish
Facility sanitation and equipment maintenance
Compliance with federal and state animal welfare laws
This role is responsible for providing high-quality animal care and ensuring regulatory compliance within a multi-building research program

Job Summary

  • This role is responsible for providing high-quality animal care and ensuring regulatory compliance within a multi-building research program.
  • Employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including health, life, disability, and a 401(k) with company match.
  • The position requires working onsite in Cambridge, MA with availability for rotating shifts including weekends and holidays.

Matching Summary

This role is responsible for providing high-quality animal care and ensuring regulatory compliance within a multi-building research program.

Salary

Base: $31.08 - $57.75/hour ($60,600 - $112,600 annually); Bonus/Equity: Performance-based cash incentive and annual equity awards eligibility; Benefits: Health, life, disability, 401(k) match, vacation, personal days, and leaves

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Daily animal husbandry for rodents and zebrafish
  • Facility sanitation and equipment maintenance
  • Compliance with federal and state animal welfare laws
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for prolonged periods
  • Availability for weekend and holiday shifts

Nice-to-have

  • ALAT certification or pursuit thereof
  • Experience with small animal USDA protocols
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Continuous learning and professional development mindset
  • Collaboration with scientific partners and research teams

Key Requirements

  • GED or High School degree required
  • 2-year degree in Veterinary Technology or 4-year Science degree preferred
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs and perform repetitive motion tasks
  • Working knowledge of Animal Welfare laws and SOPs
  • Shift availability: Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday

Work Rights

Not specified

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