About us

Champions Oncology is a technology-enabled research organization that leverages an end-to-end range of research and development solutions to improve the productivity of oncology drug development. Using computational and experimental testing platforms, Champions Oncology improves decision making for effective therapeutic development. Our team is passionate and self-motivated working together to accelerate the challenges of oncology drug development and ultimately improve patients’ lives around the world.

Job Overview

The Veterinary Technician I will support in vivo oncology studies in mice as a member of the Veterinary Services Team. Duties and responsibilites:

• Conduct daily and weekly assessments and treatments of animals identified with abnormalities

• Participate in the daily health surveillance program as described, including animal and sample submission and tracking of results

• Administer agents through different routes of administration (including IP, PO, SQ and IV) and collect blood and tissue samples as dictated by study protocol or veterinary need

• Support animal health and welfare assessment studies

• Provide animal care including feeding and watering with food and water consumption monitoring

• Conduct animal observation for general health and overall well-being

• Record data using laboratory information management systems

• Work weekends and holidays, if needed

• May be required to conduct health obsevation on incoming animal and report any animal findings

• Mouse surgical preparation and post-operative observations

• Apply/monitor/use various forms of anesthetic during mouse surgical procedure

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively and productively in a team-oriented environment while maintaining a strong sense of accountability, integrity and confidentiality.

• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound and accurate judgment in making timely decisions.

• Superior planning, organizational, computer, written, and verbal communication skills

• Ability to assist with other duties in a dynamic environment

• Understanding of animal welfare and clinical testing regulations and standards (e.g. AAALAC)

• Ability to observe safety and security procedures

Education and Experience

• BS degree in biology, pharmacology, or related field, or minimum or 1 year of related experience

• Experience in contract research animal facility or industry setting is preferred

• AALAS ALAT certification required within 1 year of hire

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to sit and use hands to finger, handle and feel.

• Must be able to lift and move packages weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time using a computer in a typical office environment in a multi-level facility

• Some activities require repetitive motion and reaching, pulling or pushing.

• In carrying out the duties of the job there will be frequent exposure to fumes and chemical hazards.

• Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

This job description may be changed to include new responsibilities and tasks or change existing ones as management deems necessary. Champions Oncology is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.