At Pfizer, the business problem is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients' lives by translating advanced science and cutting-edge technologies into the therapies and vaccines that matter most, and the Technical Associate role is crucial in improving patients' lives by ensuring the well-being of animals used in research and development studies.
Requirements
- Experience working in a pharmaceutical setting
- Familiarity with animal care and welfare regulations
- Experience with cage wash equipment
Responsibilities
- Perform all regulatory responsibilities in compliance with applicable regulatory standards.
- Perform routine animal husbandry duties as directed
- Observe and report status of animal health, food and water consumption, appearance, behavior
- Provide support in basic veterinary medical treatment as prescribed by the veterinary staff
- Support cage wash equipment operations and maintenance
- Support research by providing basic technical services (restraint, dose administration,) to research investigators
- Required to work with all species housed at the site
Other
- High school degree or GED required
- 2+ years’ experience required
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds and work standing up lifting items above shoulder level for extended periods of time.
- Weekend and holiday work are required
- Work shift from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, working weekends every other week.
