LAR Technician IV, Study Support

This is what you will do:

The LAR Technician IV will be an active member of the in-vivo study support team. You will collaborate with Study Support Lead to execute on site in-vivo studies. In this role you execute study support within the Rare Disease Unit (RDU). This position will work with vivarium management, LAR staff, scientific staff, the attending veterinarian and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). You will be responsible for providing technical support services in support of in-vivo protocol activities. You will also use your animal husbandry skills to assist care staff in routine vivarium activities.

You will be responsible for:

• Conducting on site In-vivo studies through study organization, dosing, sampling, and handling animal models in support of protocol activities.
• Be responsible for daily animal health and welfare observations in adherence to Alexion Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS) and animal use protocols.
• Ensure accurate and prompt completion of relevant documentation and recording of electronic data.
• Attend project team meetings and share experimental data as needed
• Assist with storage, proper handling, use, and record keeping of study formulations.
• Assist with husbandry tasks when needed, including daily animal health and welfare checks, cage changes, room sanitations, and cage wash responsibilities.
• Assists with the receipt, stocking and maintenance of supply inventory as needed.
• Assist with inspection readiness.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

You will need to have:

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively, detail oriented and highly accurate
• Team Player, able to work in a cross-functional global environment.
• Accountability in exercising judgement and understanding the impact of any decisions.
• Able to manage multiple and varied tasks and prioritize workload with attention to detail.
• Able to effectively present information and assist in education of others.
• Excellent written and verbal skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Possess a positive, adaptable, and solution-oriented attitude.
• Ability to anticipate problems and proactively work to minimize their impact
• Good communication skills, interfacing with cooperating departments in research, product development, clinical supply, EHS, facilities and with external partners.
• Self-motivated and interested working in a complex environment
• Be willing to work a 40hr week with weekend and holiday requirements on a rotational basis.

We would prefer for you to have:

• BS degree
• 3 or more years of direct technical experience within the research laboratory environment.
• AALAS certification at the Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) level; LATg preferred.
• Experience in rodent handling, genotyping, dose administration by multiple routes, tissue/blood sampling and necropsy.

Appendix B: Physical and Mental Requirements

It is critical that, when we draft a job description, we consider and convey all the demands of the job and the environment in which the job is performed.  To convey all the demands of the job and environment, we must describe not only specific projects and deliverables, but also mental and physical expectations.  A well written job description that includes mental and physical requirements helps to ensure we are transparent with candidates, we attract and select qualified talent, and, that we can have effective conversations about qualifications during employment.

  The duties of this role are generally conducted in a pharmaceutical vivarium environment.  As is typical of a pharmaceutical vivarium-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to: frequently lift/carry 15/30 pounds unassisted/assisted; stand for prolonged periods of time; walk and move for prolonged periods of time; climb stairs or ladders; gown/degown PPE and uniforms; use a computer with a keyboard and mouse; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.