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Technician II, Vivarium

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Who We Are:

At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs.

What We Do:

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids,* as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X and Facebook. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)

About the Role:

With continuous guidance and on-the-job training, learns and performs daily operations to maintain an organized high quality animal care facility that complies with all appropriate guidelines.

Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):

Performs the daily care of research animals for experimental purpose. Provides quality support in the animal facility cage wash areas. Collects dirty cages and equipment, removes bedding and food, completes cage pre-wash and sanitation, runs cage washer, receives and unpacks supplies, stocks supplies, maintains appropriate inventory of clean cages, supplies, and autoclaves cages and water.
Changes animal rooms mice and rats.
Receives and unpacks animals, specifically to include rats and mice.
Completes morning facility checks in animal and procedure rooms.
Stocks and maintains supplies in animal and procedure rooms.
Coordinates carcass disposal.
Works clean side wash room.
Unload and fill cages with bedding.
Fills glass water bottles.
Autoclaves cages, water bottles, and surgical supplies.
Receives feed and bedding be able to lift 50 pounds.
Redistributes cages and water bottles to hallways and animal rooms.
Works dirty side wash room.
Adheres to all facility protocols.
Provide sanitation and maintenance services including general cleaning and facility upkeep, equipment and caging maintenance, cleaning special areas.
Maintains records and documentation according to standards appropriate for the animal facility.
Performs work practices in a safe manner and consistently promote safety in the animal facility.
Performs additional duties as assigned.
Provides quality husbandry opportunities support.
Follows ARU guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

High School Diploma / AALAS Certification/ Associates degree and 2+ years of experience in a science and/or vivarium environment. Experience in general sanitation practices and use of equipment such as automatic cage washer and autoclave preferred. Prior experience in inventory and receiving preferred
Working knowledge of vivarium operations
Working knowledge of general sanitation practices and use of equipment such as automatic cage washer and autoclave preferred
Ability to track / order inventory and process received goods preferred
Ability to transport equipment and supplies throughout facility
Ability to work inside a controlled environment under strict atmospheric, temperature and humidity standardized parameters
May necessitate working flexible hours outside the normal times including weekend and Holidays
Ability to work in a collaborative, team environment
No known animal or dust allergies
Able to move around large metal racks and caging
Uses established skills to perform a range of daily operations
Applies understanding of company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks
Understands how own area contributes to the achievement of objectives
Acute observation skills and attention to detail

Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

The hourly rate we reasonably expect to pay is $22.96-$33.28. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 15% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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What You Should Know About Technician II, Vivarium, Neurocrine Biosciences

At Neurocrine Biosciences, we're seeking a passionate Technician II, Vivarium to join our dedicated team in sunny San Diego, CA. As part of a strong and inclusive culture, you’ll find a workplace that truly values you just as much as the life-changing work we do. In this role, you will become a crucial member of our animal care team, learning to perform daily operations that keep our high-quality animal facilities organized and compliant with industry guidelines. Your contributions will include providing exceptional care for research animals, maintaining cleanliness in our cage wash areas, and handling tasks like receiving and unpacking supplies. You'll be responsible for changing animal rooms, completing facility checks, coordinating carcass disposal, and ensuring that our research environment is up to standard. We embrace your growth with continuous guidance and training, encouraging you to apply your observation skills and attention to detail daily. To succeed in this role, you'll need a high school diploma or AALAS certification, along with some experience in science or vivarium environments. If you're capable of lifting 50 pounds, familiar with vivarium operations, and committed to safe work practices, we want to hear from you! Join us in our mission to relieve suffering and make a real difference in the world of neuroscience.

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What responsibilities does a Technician II, Vivarium at Neurocrine Biosciences have?

As a Technician II, Vivarium at Neurocrine Biosciences, your responsibilities will include performing daily care for research animals to support our experimental purposes, maintaining an organized animal care facility, and ensuring compliance with all guidelines. You'll work with cage wash areas and be responsible for tasks such as collecting dirty cages, maintaining inventory, and overseeing sanitation processes.