Lab Technician or Associate, Comparative Medicine (2 Year Contract)

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The detail-oriented professional we seek is a great teammate with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree

OR

Associate’s degree and 2 years of laboratory rodent handling experience

High school diploma / GED and 4 years of laboratory rodent handling experience

Ability to provide occasional on-call coverage and work outside of regular business hours, including limited weekend and holiday coverage, as business needs require.

Preferred Qualifications:

Relevant Bachelor of Science

RLAT certification through CALAS (Canadian Association for Laboratory Animal Science)

Registered Veterinary Technologist/Technician (RVT)

Experience working in a research environment with vivarium operations.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and established procedures while demonstrating sound judgement in routine situations.

Ability to independently perform assigned responsibilities after training while seeking guidance for unfamiliar or complex situations.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills that contribute to a collaborative and respectful work environment.

Demonstrated accountability, integrity, and ethical conduct in the performance of daily responsibilities.

Candidate must be comfortable with regular lifting and/or moving of up to 20kg (50lb).

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers the following to staff on contract:

An option of a comprehensive health benefits package, or an additional 10% “in lieu of benefits” allowance

Award-winning time-off plans and annual company-wide shutdowns

Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible

Robust Learning and Development opportunities

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.