This position requires a broad knowledge of animal anatomy and physiology to help provide veterinary support for vivo models to screen therapeutics and devices being developed for various indications.
Experience with anesthesia, dosing and sampling techniques is required.Other important functions include:Able to perform veterinary duties for research teams as needed to support the Attending Veterinarian.Manage and observe animals for general health and overall wellbeing.Provide and track routine veterinary care for ASC colony animals (i.e.
dental cleaning, catheter maintenance, and nail and hoof trimming)Handle, restrain, and provide care for all species of laboratory animals at the site.Proficient in the administration of test substances by various basic methods (i.e., oral gavage, IP, IV, ocular, dermal, etc.).Collection of biological specimens (i.e., blood from appropriate vessel from all species of laboratory animals at the site)Able to administer anesthesia, monitor animals under anesthesia, and recover multiple species of animals.Able to perform study related activities in compliance with study protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Good Laboratory Practice Regulations (GLPs) when applicable.Review documentation to ensure functions performed meet quality control requirements.Use GLPs, SOPs, processes and company policies when performing all job functions.Perform study preparation activities including form preparation, collection tube labeling and room setup.Interface with different teams including Veterinary staff, Study Directors, Principal Investigators, QC/QA, Account Managers.Maintain accurate records in various internal databases.Perform other duties as directed by Management.Candidate Requirements:Certification as a registered veterinarian technician (RVT) is required.Bachelor’s degree in pharmaceutical sciences, life sciences, or pharmacology is preferredMinimum 4 years’ relevant industry or veterinary experienceBackground in lab animal (in vivo) research is preferred.
Working knowledge of preclinical techniques and modalities will be a plus.Position requires good communication skills and attention to detail.Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and ability to adapt in a dynamic team environment are keys for success.Local Candidates PreferredBenefitsAbsorption Systems cares about our work community and offers a variety of benefits allowing employees the opportunity to customize a benefits package that meets their personal needs.
Company benefits include the following:Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Plan with Employer ContributionHealth Reimbursement Account Funded by EmployerHealthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsEmployee Life and AD&D Insurance 100% Employer PaidVoluntary Life and AD&D Insurance for Employee, Spouse & Child(ren)Long Term Disability 100% Employer Paid401k with Employer MatchProfit SharingEmployee Assistance ProgramAbout Absorption Systems, a Pharmaron CompanyAbsorption Systems, founded in 1996, assists pharmaceutical and medical device companies in identifying and overcoming ADMET (Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Excretion and Toxicity) barriers in the development of drugs, biologics and medical devices.
Additionally, Absorption Systems goes deep into each of those areas, offering in vitro, in situ and in vivo models to assess the properties in question.
The company’s mission is to continually develop innovative research tools that can be used to accurately predict human outcomes or to explain unanticipated human outcomes when they occur.
Absorption Systems has facilities in Exton, PA, San Diego, CA, and Boston, MA to serve customers throughout the world.Alongside of our enthusiasm for science and research, we have a passion to see each and every one of our employees grow and succeed both personally and professionally.
We encourage our employees to continually enhance their ability to contribute to the success of the organization and advance their careers.
Absorption Systems is committed to creating an environment where individuals are encouraged to grow and work in collaboration with each other while being passionate about innovation.
The professional culture of our organization is a goal oriented environment full of internally driven and motivated professionals.
Our company is unique in the fact that there is freedom for autonomy to execute and the ability for each employee to grow in directions that align their individual aspirations with company growth.Absorption Systems is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.