Animal Handling Research Technician at Eurofins

Upper Gwynedd Township, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

In Vivo Pharmacology, Infectious Disease Models, Vaccine Immunogenicity, Study Design, Data Interpretation, Pathogen Infection Models, Viremia Monitoring, Immune Response Assessment, Tissue Collection, Compound Administration, Electronic Lab Notebooks, Gross Examinations, Necropsy, Rodent Handling, Injections, cGMPs

Industry

Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories

Description

Company Description Unlock your scientific growth while driving real impact in infectious disease and vaccine research. We are seeking an enthusiastic scientist ready to deepen their expertise in in vivo pharmacology, infectious disease models, and vaccine immunogenicity. This role is ideal for someone who wants to combine hands‑on animal work with opportunities to grow into study design, data interpretation, and cross-functional collaboration. Join a team that values mentorship, scientific curiosity, and continuous learning—where your work directly contributes to advancing public health solutions. Job Description In this role, you’ll start with hands-on study execution and progressively take on more scientific ownership as you demonstrate competency and interest. Core Responsibilities Design and execute in vivo studies focused on infectious diseases and vaccine immunogenicity across multiple species. Perform hands-on work including pathogen infection models, monitoring viremia, assessing immune responses, and tissue collection. Prepare and administer compounds using multiple dosing routes (IM, PO, IP, SC, IN, IV). Maintain detailed, high-quality data and documentation in electronic lab notebooks. Support gross examinations and necropsy activities. Contribute to evaluation and integration of new in vivo techniques and technologies. Qualifications Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, toxicology, or related field. 1+ years of small animal handling experience. Proficiency in rodent handling and injections (IP, IC, IM, IV, SQ). Experience evaluating rodent behavior and physical signs, including those related to compound effects. Experience with gross examinations and necropsy. Familiarity with cGMPs or experience working in a GMP environment. Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Preferred Strong organizational, computer, and scientific skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. A growth mindset—self‑motivation, adaptability, and eagerness to learn new techniques. Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain high-quality records. Experience supporting Biologics Release Testing in a GMP setting. Additional Information Why Join Us? Hands-on impact on infectious disease and vaccine development. Clear pathways for scientific growth—from study execution to study design. Collaborative, supportive environment with mentorship built into the workflow. Opportunities to cross-train in immunology, virology, and advanced in vivo technologies. Position is full-time, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of West Point, PA are encouraged to apply. What we offer: Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options Life and disability insurance 401(k) with company match Paid vacation and holidays Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The role involves designing and executing in vivo studies focused on infectious diseases and vaccine immunogenicity, including hands-on work like pathogen infection models, monitoring, and tissue collection. Responsibilities also include preparing and administering compounds via various routes, maintaining detailed data, supporting necropsy activities, and contributing to new technique integration.