Vivarium Animal Technician Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Vivarium Animal Technician for a contract position at a premier research facility in Fontana, CA. If you're dedicated to supporting animal care and research in a dynamic laboratory environment, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts. Pay: $22/hour DOE Contract to Hire Overview: Our client is committed to advancing scientific research and ensuring the well-being of laboratory animals. As a Vivarium Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining animal health, vivarium cleanliness, and supporting a range of research and surgical activities. Schedule: Day shift, must be open to occasional weekend, holiday, and extended hours. Responsibilities: • Animal Care: Provide basic veterinary care and ensure the health and well-being of laboratory animals, including feeding, hydration, and observation for signs of illness or distress. • Vivarium Maintenance: Proactively manage and track animal inventory and supplies, maintain cleanliness of animal rooms, and assist in maintaining a vermin-free environment. • Surgical and Research Support: Prepare surgical packs, sterilize instruments, assist with procedures, monitor animals post-surgery, and collect blood or other biological samples for research. • General Laboratory Support: Assist in laboratory cleaning, sterilization of equipment, and maintaining supplies. • Documentation: Maintain accurate records for animal health, procedures, and research data. Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework in biology, animal science, or related field preferred. • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks such as standing for long periods and handling animals. • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols. • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. • Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed. What Happens Next: Once you apply, our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will review your application. If your experience and qualifications align, we'll reach out to discuss next steps. Even if this position isn't the perfect fit, you’ll remain in our network for future opportunities. As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community. Why Kelly ® Science & Clinical? Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. 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We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.