Animal Care Technician

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For over 50 years, Taconic has been a provider of the highest quality laboratory animals and services to the international scientific research community. Today, Taconic continues to contribute to improving the lives of people and animals through the development of scientific and medical innovations. Your career at Taconic could contribute to the medical breakthrough of tomorrow.


We are seeking Lab Animal Technicians in our Germantown (Columbia County) facility. Technicians provide quality care for laboratory animals. Care and production of mice and rats is performed in a limited access barrier environment. Responsibilities include animal husbandry, feeding and watering animals, detailed accurate record keeping, and many include additional technical responsibilities.

You must have HS/GED and an excellent work ethic. Paid training is provided. Additional education and/or experience welcome. Please note: if you have education or experience in biology or animal sciences, please note when submitting your resume.

* No Science Background Required
* Paid on-the-job Training
* Excellent Medical Insurance
* No Nights - No Weekends
* Over 2 Weeks Paid Time Off in First Year

Taconic offers paid training, opportunities for career advancement, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package which includes tuition assistance, 401K, and profit sharing plans.

 

Taconic employees know their work is important and valued. Taconic’s overall employee satisfaction rating compares favorably to Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. We think you will agree - Taconic is a great place to work!

 

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Taconic is an EOE/AA employer.