eGenesis
Animal Care Technician Intern
TLDR
Collaborate with the Animal Care Team and Farm Operations to maintain high standards of animal care while engaging in diverse responsibilities related to animal management.
About eGenesis
eGenesis 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 SUMMARY
The Animal Care Technician Intern 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 RESPONSIBILITIES
Feeding and cleaning of all animals and housing facilities
Closely observe animals whenever working with them and report any unusual conditions immediately to Vet Staff/direct supervisor
Assist in safe animal handling and movements
Maintain high standard of animal care and welfare
Consistently follow all preparation, stimulation, sanitation, and identification SOPs
Maintenance of animal related equipment and facilities
Responsible for maintaining all aspects relative to research animal care, health, and treatment
Follow instructions and recommendations for animal treatments in accordance with on-site Vet Staff direction
Support Vet Staff with the preparation of animals undergoing surgeries
Responsible for maintaining and keeping health and herd management records
Perform estrus synchronization, injection/administration of hormones, and heat checking/estrus detection
Promote and adhere to safety in the workplace by following safe work practices and enforcing health and safety regulations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Working knowledge of farm equipment
1+ years of experience in large animal care and handling
Proficiency in MS Office
Time management and the ability to prioritize work
Attention to detail and problem-solving
Excellent communication
Strong organization with the ability to multi-task
Knowledge of swine operations
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
While 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.
eGenesis develops innovative genome engineering technologies aimed at providing safe and effective organ solutions for patients facing organ failure. Our focus is on creating alternatives that can make organ transplants more accessible and reliable, significantly improving patients' quality of life.
- Founded
- Founded 2015
- Employees
- 51-200 employees
- Total raised
- $140M raised
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