Lead Animal Care Technician

nChroma Bio is a pioneering biotechnology company redefining the future of in vivo targeted genetic medicine to treat a wide array of diseases and bring cures to patients. The company’s integrated product engine tackles significant limitations of existing genetic medicine approaches by enabling safe, precise and specific in vivo delivery. nChroma’s near clinical-stage development candidate, CRMA-1001, is a liver-targeted therapy in development as a potential functional cure for chronic hepatitis B and hepatitis D that leverages the power of epigenetics, nature's innate mechanism for gene regulation. Guided by a world-class team at the forefront of genetic medicine, founded by renowned pioneers in the field, and supported by top-tier investors, the company is uniquely positioned to deliver groundbreaking therapies with programmable tissue specificity, unlocking highly potent, durable and targeted gene regulation for the liver and beyond.

We’re building a culture and organization to support this important mission, bringing together individuals that thrive in a supportive environment where diverse perspectives and a passion for discovery drive cutting-edge science and breakthrough medicines.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As the Lead Animal Care Technician, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the animal facilities and program and for training junior animal care technicians:

• Perform cage changing, breeding, colony management, and husbandry duties
• Perform daily health observations and monitor the condition of research animals; ensure all rooms are observed daily to monitor the health of the animals and report negative findings quickly
• Ensure proper maintenance of animal records to include room logs, health reports, cage card labels, cage changing records, animal census, and other necessary records
• Provide custodial care, fresh feed, and fresh water to animals according to standard operating procedures
• Inspect the animal holding areas and support facilities to ensure they are meeting/exceeding regarding animal health, facilities conditions, environmental parameters and security
• Assembling and preparing animal cages/racks and related equipment for cage change outs, or newly arriving animals according to instructions; receive animal shipments and complete required documentation
• Ensures all areas used for technical procedures are well maintained and adequately supplied
• Assist/provide input to the ACF manager regarding personnel management activities such as: scheduling, personal actions training and development, disciplinary actions, and providing feedback and direction on performance to assist in preparing and delivering annual performance and salary reviews
• Serve as a role model and ensures accurate, high-quality work and adherence to nChroma’s policies, practices, and procedures
• May occasionally be required to work on weekends, holidays, and off hours and work in the event of a disaster, or weather-related event, if necessary

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative, and changing environment while remaining flexible, proactive, and resourceful
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset with a desire to positively impact a new company’s evolving culture
• Passionate, adaptable, and keen on working in fast-paced biotech industry to drive cutting-edge science while remaining flexible to help achieve team and company goals

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma, General Education Degree (G.E.D.) or equivalent 
• Four+ years animal husbandry experience in a laboratory animal facility
• Bbility to work directly with animals (mice only), with no preexisting allergies to animals, hair, or dander
• AALAS certification at the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician level (ALAT) or higher or ability to successfully achieve ALAT certification within one (1) year of hire/promotion
• Dosing, blood collection, and necropsy skills preferred, but not required

nChroma Bio is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, nChroma Bio complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.