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Animal Caretaker

Orano Med, LLC.
life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k), remote work
United States, Texas, Plano
700 Klein Road (Show on map)
Apr 30, 2026
General Information Name Animal Caretaker Ref # 14412 Posting Date Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Country United States Region Texas City Plano Business Unit (BU) MED Type of Employment Permanent/Regular Desired Starting Date 28-04-2026 Work Schedule Full time Remote Work In office Job N - LABORATORY Description Description Orano Med Theranostics Orano Med has developed new processes for producing high-purity lead-212, a rare radioactive isotope. Lead-212 is currently at the heart of promising research projects in nuclear medicine to develop new treatments against cancer. The innovative approach, known as targeted alpha therapy (TAT), recognizes and destroys cancer cells while limiting the impact on nearby healthy cells. The Animal Caretaker is responsible for the daily care and maintenance of laboratory animals, maintaining a clean and healthy environment for the animals, and assisting technicians with animal-related procedures. Key Responsibilities Monitoring, handling, and care for research animals; including providing feed, water, enrichment, health checks and cage changes. Preparation for incoming animals and acceptance/unboxing of new animals. Maintain study records and preclinical research activity on each research animal Assist with preclinical experiments (euthanasia & necropsies as needed) Animal healthcare, preparation, and follow-up (monitoring, tagging, weighing, and calipering) Experiment preparation: Setting up AGC racks, prepping hoods, and labeling tubes/weigh boats. Assist with the receipt, stocking, and maintenance of supply inventories. Clean room facility maintenance Handle and dispose of radioactive materials. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures when handling animals Requirements Requirements All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher-level position. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma (or equivalent) At least two (2) years' related experience Required Skills & Competencies Knowledge of and experience with common laboratory animals. Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Benefits Competitive compensation Health, Dental, and Vision insurance - with generous employer contributions 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules Numerous Training and Development opportunities and more... Orano Group Present in the United States for 60 years, Orano USA is a leading technology and services provider to the U.S. commercial and federal markets. Orano's activities in the U.S. include developing uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, TN ; packages and transportation of uranium & nuclear fuel assemblies ; fabricating & installing used nuclear fuel dry storage canisters and casks, conducting pool-to-pad used nuclear fuel transfers ; providing solutions to the National Labs and to the Dept of Energy ; and supplying U.S. nuclear energy utilities with uranium, conversion, and enrichment services. In the nuclear medicine field, Orano Med is at the forefront of research in nuclear medicine and is developing a new generation of targeted therapies against cancer using the unique properties of lead-212. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position requires a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Orano is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Orano and all subsidiaries abide by applicable legal requirements. We ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, and company-sponsored training are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran, or other protected status.