Vivarium Operations Associate I

Novartis UK

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 compliance with regulatory standards within a multi-building research program

Job Summary

  • This role is responsible for providing high-quality animal care and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards within a multi-building research program.
  • The position requires working onsite in Cambridge, MA with a shift schedule that includes weekends and holidays based on business needs.
  • Employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and performance-based cash incentives.

Matching Summary

This role is responsible for providing high-quality animal care and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards 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, and generous time off

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
  • Continuous learning and professional development mindset
  • Strong collaboration with scientific partners
  • Independent decision-making on operational standards

Key Requirements

  • GED or High School degree required
  • 2-year Veterinary Technology or 4-year Science degree preferred
  • Thorough understanding of Animal Welfare laws and SOPs
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs and perform repetitive motion tasks

Work Rights

Not specified

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