Animal Technician I/II (Christiansburg, VA) (Relocation Assistance

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The job details are as follows:

What We Do

We build on the strength of our research and development expertise and a distinctive, entrepreneurial culture that encourages diversity, innovation, creativity, sustainability, and, simply, fun. Since inception, our mission has been to find a cure for pulmonary arterial hypertension and other life-threatening diseases. Toward this goal we have successfully gained FDA approval for five medicines, we are always conducting new clinical trials, and we are working to create an unlimited supply of manufactured organs for transplantation.

We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation (PBC). Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through (a) the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and (b) technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs. At the same time, we seek to provide our shareholders with superior financial performance and our communities with earth-sensitive energy utilization.

Our company was founded by an entrepreneur whose daughter was diagnosed with a life-threatening condition. She sought to find treatment options and a cure for her daughter and patients like her. We are founder-led, and relentless in our pursuit of “medicines for life”. We continue to research and develop treatments for cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, and other orphan diseases.

*This is an onsite role in Christiansburg, Virginia. Relocation assistance may be provided on a case-by-case basis*

How you’ll contribute

The Animal Technician I is responsible for performing all duties essential to proper care of animals located at the 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.

Perform the day-to-day activities within the DPF, including daily feeding, washing, and care of pigs, movement of pigs, and reproduction (i.e. boar semen collection)

Clean, disinfect and upkeep the DPF, including lawn mowing and trimming responsibilities

Assist Vet Techs with duties such as set-up and care during/after operations, operative care, collection, storage, shipment, and inventory of samples

Understand and follow all SOPs and quality assurance standards

All other duties as assigned

For this role you will need

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

2+ years of experience in swine production

2+ years of experience performing medical tests, observing behaviors, collecting samples, and administering medication to large animals

Working knowledge of animal husbandry, including nutrition, reproduction, and safety

Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills

Proficient in use of Microsoft Office suite applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams, etc.)

Ability to author and follow SOPs

Must not have any other interaction with pigs outside of the company

Physical Requirements:

Lifting: 75 lbs (to waist level)

Carrying: 50 lbs

Pushing and Pulling: 200 lbs (with assistance)

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree in animal sciences or related field

For Animal Technician I level:

1+ years of experience in swine production

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 facility and equipment maintenance

Strong attention to operational planning and follow through

Working knowledge of data collection and recording

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

At United Therapeutics, you’ll realize quickly that it is not an ordinary place to work! When you join our company, you will learn, grow, contribute, have fun, and be challenged... all while making a difference in the lives of our patients.

While United Therapeutics does not require vaccination for Covid-19 at this time, we strongly encourage all employees and visitors to remain up to date on vaccinations and boosters to protect one another from illness. Employees working in customer-facing roles must adhere and comply with customers’ credentialing guidelines, which may require vaccination against Covid -19, the influenza virus, and other illnesses that could be harmful to healthcare staff and patients.

United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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