Animal Care Technician Intern

About eGenesiseGenesis is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing human-compatible engineered organs to address the severe global organ shortage. The Company's proprietary genome engineering platform enables extensive, multiplex gene edits to remove key biological barriers, add protective human transgenes, and inactivate endogenous retroviruses. EGEN-2784, a genetically engineered porcine kidney, is the Company's lead program and is currently being evaluated in a multi-patient Expanded Access study at MGH. eGenesis is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.POSITION SUMMARYThe Animal Care Technician shall provide animal care and upkeep animal areas in accordance with the company standard operating procedure. This position will assist other personnel in all animal-related projects and procedures. As part of the broader Animal Care Team, you will collaborate with Farm Operations Team members to ensure all farm activities are completed according to eGenesis standards and guidelines.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESFeeding and cleaning of all animals and housing facilitiesClosely observe animals when working with them and report any unusual conditions immediately to Vet Staff/Direct SupervisorAssist in safe animal handling and movementsMaintain high standard of animal care and welfareMaintenance of animal related equipment and facilitiesResponsible for maintaining all aspects relative to research animal care, health, and treatmentFollow instructions and recommendations for animal treatments in accordance with on-site Vet Staff directionSupport Vet Staff with the preparation of animals undergoing surgeriesResponsible for maintaining and keeping health and herd management recordsPerform estrus synchronization, injection/administration of hormones, and heat checking/estrus detectionPromote and adhere to safety in the workplace by following safe work practices and enforcing health and safety regulationsAdhere to eGenesis biosecurity requirementsBASIC QUALIFICATIONS0-3+ years of hands-on livestock handling or relevant animal research experienceHighschool diploma or equivalent, Bachelors degree or Masters degree in relevant animal science fieldWorking knowledge of farm equipment is beneficial but not requiredMust not have any other interaction with pigs outside of the companyProficient in Microsoft Office Suite is beneficial but not requiredTime management skills and the ability to prioritize workAttention to detail and problem-solving skillsExcellent communicationStrong organizational skills with the ability to multi-taskKnowledge of swine operations is beneficial but not requiredPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to work in different environments, including farm, shop, office, and animal husbandry environments in varying weather conditions. The employee frequently is required to be walking, stooping, climbing, and crouching. Employees are regularly expected to lift objects 30-60lbs multiple times throughout the day. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust to focus.