Work Schedule

Other

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Various outside weather conditions

Job Description

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life – to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies.

Location: Benson, VT

Shift: Sun 7 AM - 10 AM, Mon/Thu 7 AM - 4 PM, Tues/Wed 7 AM - 4:30 PM

Our work in specialty diagnostics – from providing diagnostic assays and instruments to clinical monitoring across disease stages – improves the diagnosis and management of blood cancers and immune system disorders. Your determination to put patients at the heart of every decision will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on – now and in the future.

The Binding Site, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, is a global leader in specialty diagnostics that provides diagnostic assays and instruments to improve the diagnosis and management of blood cancers and immune system disorders. The Binding Site Freelite® offering is widely recommended for multiple myeloma diagnosis and monitoring across all stages of the disease by major clinical guideline publications. In addition, The Binding Site is an active and influential contributor to the broader scientific community. To find out more visit https://www.thermofisher.com/bindingsite.

Location/Division Specific Information

The Binding Site VT specializes in the production of polyclonal antibodies, primarily in sheep, and is a subsidiary of a larger diagnostic company based in England. We currently have a full-time, 40-hour position available for an Animal Husbandry Technician on our USDA registered sheep farm and laboratory in Benson, VT.

Discover Impactful Work:

This full time role will participate in and carry out all aspects of animal husbandry and welfare across both sites. They will be required to work both independently and as a team to meet the demands of animal welfare/husbandry across two farms and will ensure that the welfare is maintained to a high standard at all times. They'll need to follow treatment policies and ensure they are up to date with current standard process. All of their work is carried out in accordance with USDA, IACUC protocol, animal welfare act, health and safety, and animal welfare procedures and guidelines, as well as company policies and standards.

A Day in the Life:

Carry out daily feeding regimes of all animals on the farmRoutine and non-routine animal treatmentsParticipate in animal sorting or movementParticipate in herding and transfer of animals between farm sitesParticipate in the breeding/lambing programAssist in keeping all housing buildings to USDA standardsWork in conjunction with the Attending Veterinarian, where requiredEnsure all records are completed daily and accuratelyAny other requirements regarding the welfare and maintenance of animals, housing areas, and production areas

Keys to Success:

Education

High school diploma

Experience

Knowledge and experience of working with livestockKnowledge and experience of breeding/lambing

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Valid driving license requiredExcellent communication and organizational skills (written and verbal)Able to communicate at all levelsWork in a team settingAbility to multitask and prioritize workloadsAbility to proactively problem solveAttention to detailWork autonomously

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Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Dependability, reliability, and comfortable working in any weatherMust be flexible due to the unexpected nature of working with animals and on a farmWorking one weekend day is needed as part of the animal feeding staff rotationLift up to 50 pounds +/-Lifting, carrying, pushing, pullingReaching, twisting, turningWalking on uneven, wet, slippery surfaces

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!