Transpharmation is a dynamic preclinical contract research organization that specializes in high-quality, translational drug discovery services. The company provides a friendly and team-oriented work atmosphere as well as competitive wages and benefits.
JOB SUMMARY The Research Technician II (“RT II”) will have a clear understanding of and be able to perform a majority of the procedures at Transpharmation within the Companion Animal Department. The RT II will demonstrate a clear understanding of the complexities of a research trial and be able to efficiently follow study protocols, with continued guidance from the Study Director/Coordinator.
The RTII must be familiar with all animals, including their general behaviour, to be able to perform basic study procedures, and be aware of any legitimate health problems.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Key Activities Assisting and performing assigned in vivo study procedures in the Companion Animal Department.
Recording and documenting experimental details with a high level of integrity, ethics and accuracy.
Assisting in the preparation of data summary reports, study related data entry, and maintain Quality Control.
Performing study-related husbandry duties to ensure proper animal care practices are adhered to and are according to CCAC guidelines and facility SOPs.
Working within a team to ensure that projects are successfully conducted and completed to a high level of quality and scientific competence.
Participating in the maintenance of an adequate inventory of supplies.
Assisting the Facility Operations Managers in the maintenance and operation of animal facility and husbandry in accordance with CCAC guidelines and Animals for Research Act.
Involvement with internal working groups (e.g., animal care committee, health and safety, etc.).
Explaining techniques to new employees and visitors.
Training staff on various procedures as appropriate
May include leading or contributing to project groups (e.g., training initiatives, development of new capabilities, or process improvements).
Other duties as assigned
Duties associated with the Companion animal department (CAD) General techniques:
Restrain animals for procedures
Animal Socialization
Grooming of Canines and Felines
Animal Husbandry
Basic Procedures: Operate centrifuges and perform advanced blood separation
Restrain animals for procedures as needed
Drug administrations (oral, SC)
Dog blood collection (venipuncture, catheter)
Fecal collection
Urine collection (free flow)
Body weights
Health observations
Heart rate acquisition
Study feed preparation





Advanced Procedures: Drug administrations (IM, IV, oral gavage)
Venous catheter placement (saphenous, cephalic)
QMR
Sedation
Blood pressure (automatic) acquisition
Anaesthetic monitoring and recovery
Basic veterinary treatments
Basic drug preparation (i.e., pill making, etc.)
Biosafety Cabinet/Fume hood usage
Drug Preparation and formulation
Advanced PPE training

Cognitive Testing: Dog cognitive testing (DNMP, discrimination, pre-training, egocentric, spatial discrimination, landmark, etc.)

Basic Behavioral/Activity etc. testing:
Prepare rooms for testing
Agility Testing (Tmaze)
Video Scoring (pruritic scoring)
Actical
QOL questionnaire video recording
Advanced Behavioural/Activity Testing: QOL questionnaire scoring
Ethovision
Global Stress scoring
Activity Testing (open field, curiosity, thunderstorm, human interaction)
Clicker training
ZenoWalkway forcemat data acquisition and analysis
Data Management:

Data entry
Data QC
Any other duties as deemed necessary
INTERACTION This position requires coordination of resources (i.e., equipment) with other Research Technicians. It also requires the ability to learn new skills and procedures as well as teach skills efficiently.
COMMUNICATION Communications are with the Companion Animal Department Manager, study coordinators, study directors and other facility staff and employees within the organization. Collaboration, execution, and reporting of the quality assurance program. Verbal communication is required to request and receive instructions for work, to report on activities, results, problems, and to participate in planning and scheduling of work and equipment use. Written communication is required for accurate and detailed recording of procedures, for reporting results and for completing documentation. Reading and comprehension of written protocols and manuals is essential.
WORKING CONDITIONS ENVIRONMENT There will be occasional periods of several hours per day exposed to noxious odours from diagnostic materials and/or samples. There will also be the occasional need to work with chemicals in a controlled setting.




RISK TO HEALTH There will be the occasional exposure to small quantities of toxic irritant or corrosive chemicals as well as exposure to freezers (-80C) while storing and retrieving materials and liquid nitrogen (-200C) for sample processing.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS PHYSICAL DEMANDS The demands of this position include: standing, bending, twisting, lifting, holding power wash wand and pulling a trigger for extended periods of time, lifting animals in and out of cages on a regular basis, carrying liquid containers, carrying boxes weighing up to 20 kg and daily periods of keyboarding.
PHYSICAL DEXTERITY Agility, accuracy and consistency will be required while handling precision instruments such as, pipettes, balances, and pH meters. Strong fine motor skills in fingers, hands, and arms.
Qualifications EDUCATION Veterinary diploma or B.Sc. degree in a relevant field (e.g., Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics, Veterinary Sciences, Biochemistry) and/or relevant experience with at least 2 years of direct experience.
ARLAT, RLAT or MRLAT is encouraged (CALAS).
Experience Experience as a Research Technician I for at least 2 years or equivalent experience
Experience within a laboratory environment
Experience handling confidential laboratory and scientific data
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and to meet timelines
Experience in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
Knowledge Knowledge of the basic principles of biology, immunology and chemistry
Knowledge of the principles of safe handling of potentially pathogenic substances and contaminated materials
Familiar with the following acts and regulations: ISO Guide 17025 (2017) and GLP (both Code of Federal Regulations and OECD guidelines).
Knowledge of CCAC and OMAFA regulations
Knowledge of occupational health and safety practices
Knowledge of the principles of scientific research
Knowledge and understanding of Transpharmation Canada’s Standard Operating Procedures
Knowledge of computers, including word processing, spreadsheets and databases
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📌 Companion Animal Research Technician - Level 2 (Ontario)
🏢 Vivo Consulting
📍 Ontario