Animal Technician I/II

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The job details are as follows:

Who we are

We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs.

United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR) seeks to travel down the corridors of indifference to develop treatments for rare, deadly diseases. We were founded in 1996 by a family seeking a cure for their daughter’s pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Today, we have six FDA-approved therapies that treat PAH, pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD) and neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer. Our near-term pipeline seeks to develop additional therapies for PAH and pulmonary fibrosis (PF).

The cure for end-stage life-threatening diseases like PAH, PH-ILD, PF, and many others is an organ transplant, but only a small percentage of donated organs are available to address the vast need. For this reason, we are working to create manufactured organs to address the shortage of kidneys, hearts, lungs, and livers available for transplant. We believe an unlimited supply of tolerable, transplantable organs will eliminate the transplant waiting list and cure end-stage organ diseases for which transplant is not currently an option.

Who you are

The Animal Technician position is a hands on role that cares for the everyday handling, feeding, and care for our animals in our designated pathogen free (DPF) facility. The technicians will provide daily animal care per documented SOPs and maintain detailed records on animals and the DPF facility. The technicians will also be primarily responsible for disinfection and cleaning of the DPF.

Minimum Requirements

• H.S. diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• For Animal Technician I level:
  • 1+ years of experience in large animal care and handling
• For Animal Technician II level:
  • 2+ years of experience in large animal care and handling
• Working knowledge of animal husbandry, including nutrition, reproduction, and safety
• Must not have any other interactions with pigs outside of the company
• Physical Demand:
  • Lift 75 lbs to waist level
  • Carry 50 lbs
  • Push/Pull 200 lbs on wheels

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in animal sciences or related field
• For Animal Technician I level:
  • 1+ years of experience in large animal care and handling
  • 1+ years of experience performing medical tests, observing behaviors, collecting samples, and administering medication to large animals
  • 1+ years of experience in facility and equipment maintenance
• For Animal Technician II level:
  • 2+ years of experience in large animal care and handling
  • 2+ years of experience performing medical tests, observing behaviors, collecting samples, and administering medication to large animals
  • 2+ years of experience in facility and equipment maintenance
• Knowledge of the Animal Welfare and other federal regulations regarding animal research including USDA, FDA, and DEA
• Working knowledge of facility maintenance, including mechanical, electrical and plumbing skills

Job Location & Travel

This position is located at our Christiansburg, VA facility.

At United Therapeutics, our mission and vision are one. We use our enthusiasm, creativity, and persistence to innovate for the unmet medical needs of our patients and to benefit our other stakeholders. We are bold and unconventional. We have fun, we do good.

Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more. For additional information on Company benefits, please visit https://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities

United Therapeutics  Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Biotechnology company focused on pulmonary arterial hypertension and organ transplant therapies. Headquartered in Silver Spring, MD.

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