Animal Care Technician

Transpharmation is a dynamic preclinical contract research organization that specializes in high-quality, translational drug discovery services. The company provides a friendly and team-oriented work atmosphere as well as competitive wages and benefits.

JOB SUMMARY
Would you like to be part of a supportive, collaborative workplace where your passion for science is celebrated, your long term commitment is valued, and your work makes a real difference in human and animal health?

Well... we are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Animal Care Technician to join our team. As an Animal Care Technician at Transpharmation, you will be at the forefront of ensuring the well being and health of the animals under our care.

Your role is essential in maintaining optimal living conditions and providing the highest level of care. If you have a genuine love for animals, a strong work ethic, and possess excellent husbandry skills, we invite you to apply for this crucial position where you can make a meaningful difference.

This role features a structured tier-based compensation structure with predictable wage increments dependent on tenure and successful completion of performance milestones.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties Associated With COMPANION ANIMALS
Maintaining A Clean Work Environment

Especially within the following vicinities: metabolics, food and water bowls (incl. disinfecting), kennels (scoop, flush, power wash and squeegee), animal rooms and any other rooms or areas that may be assigned

Sanitizing and disinfecting dog and cat wings

Animal Care

Ensuring animals are well groomed (incl. brushing, bathing and trimming nails)

Tying and untying dogs for feed

Laundry

Preparing and feeding non-study animals (under the supervision of Research Technician Level I or higher)

Socialization of animals

General Duties

Assisting with running animals from their kennels/rooms to the weighing station

Basics animal handling

Labelling of cryovials or tubes

Preparing syringes

Completing other basic clerical duties as assigned (filing, photocopying and pagination)

Data Management

Executing basic data entry

Maintaining accurate record keeping

Duties Associated With The Rodent DEPARTMENT (ROD)
General Duties

Ensuring clean animal/test rooms and test apparatus

Verifying appropriate food and water supply for animals

Basic animal handling

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Must be comfortable working in an animal research based organization

Must have a positive personality and be reliable

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Good oral and written communication skills

Ability to work a flexible schedule (weekends are required)

Experience with animal care an asset

Comfort with computer-based applications including Webmail and the Microsoft Office Suite

Disclaimer
As part of our recruitment process, we may use digital or artificial intelligence–enabled tools to assist with tasks such as résumé screening, skills matching, or scheduling. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All employment decisions are made by people.

We are committed to fair, inclusive, and bias‑aware hiring practices and comply with Ontario legislation. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.

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