Animal Care Technician

About the Team

With over 70 years of excellence, Taconic Biosciences is a global team of problem solvers dedicated to accelerating discoveries for the prevention and treatment of disease. We partner with clients to develop winning research strategies while caring for ourselves, each other, and especially our animals. Our animal care team is passionate, collaborative, energetic, and positive, driven by a shared mission to deliver the best solutions for our clients.

About the Role

We are seeking Animal Care Technicians to join our dedicated operations team at our Cambridge City, IN site. This role is designed for individuals with an interest in science, a love for animals, and a desire for a career with purpose. You will begin your journey in our dedicated training program, learning Taconic processes and the fundamentals of animal husbandry. From there, you will progress through your career into Technician 2, Technician 3, and up to a Senior Specialist level. Your growth is driven by the skills and behaviors you apply to your everyday work, supported by regular check-ins with your manager.

In this hands-on role, you will work within barrier or isolator environments, ensuring the highest standards of animal health and quality control. You will learn to read SOPs, document work, order supplies, and maintain health statuses. The position requires flexibility to adapt to unexpected tasks and a commitment to being a positive team member. We value those who enjoy problem-solving, asking questions, and continuously learning.

Hiring Process

If you have time constraints, please let us know during the application process so we can explore if we can accommodate your scheduling needs. We are looking for candidates who are respectful, compassionate, and possess a "can-do" attitude.

Culture & Commitment

At Taconic, we believe in "Better Together." We are taking an active and intentional role in fostering a company culture that values and appreciates the uniqueness of all individuals by promoting fairness and equity. Being yourself allows you to bring your best self to work. We are committed to making Taconic a safe and fair workplace for everyone.

Taconic Biosciences is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, and all other categories protected by law.