Biocytogen
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Animal Care Technician - Vivarium Husbandry

Location
Waltham, MA
Listed
6 days ago

Requirements

  • Monitor and assess the health and well-being of mice and identify and report any signs of illness or distress.
  • Provide daily care and husbandry for the breeding colony, including feeding, cage changing, food/water refilling, checking for pregnancy and new litter, following established protocols and schedules.
  • Ensure proper cleaning and maintenance of cages, equipment, and workspaces according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Work collaboratively with research associates or scientists to meet project needs and animal welfare standards.
  • Monitor environmental conditions (e.g., temperature, humidity) to ensure compliance with facility guidelines.
  • Adhere to all institutional and regulatory guidelines and ethical standards regarding animal care and use.
  • This is a fully onsite position based at our office in Waltham, Massachusetts.

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Reimbursement Accounts
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Earned sick leave

About Biocytogen

Biocytogen is a comprehensive research and discovery service provider for biotech and pharmaceutical industry and academic institutions. Its service platform integrates preclinical studies with innovative animal models, CRISPR-based gene editing, and animal supplies, with the current focus on immuno-oncology and oncology.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Husbandry Technician to oversee and maintain the health and well-being of our research animal colonies. The successful candidate will be responsible for daily husbandry, colony management, and accurate record-keeping to support research and breeding activities.

Equal opportunity and legal notices

BIOCYTOGEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at BIOCYTOGEN BOSTON CORP are based upon one’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job.

All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status, military status, disability, mental illness, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This Equal Employment Opportunity policy governs all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, selection, job assignment, promotions, transfers, compensation, discipline, termination, layoff, access to benefits and training, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.

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From Biocytogen's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 4, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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