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General Information

Name
Animal Caretaker
Ref #
14407
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.


Orano Group

Working on current and future challenges to power and preserve our world, build the one of tomorrow, and improve life for our communities - that’s exciting for you. For us, too. By joining Orano, a leading international player in the nuclear sector, you’re in the right place.


Every day, employees at Orano work to produce efficient and reliable nuclear energy, fight climate change, find solutions that conserve natural resources, and advance progress in healthcare.


Our strengths are throughout the entire nuclear fuel cycle: mastery of cutting-edge technologies, safe and high value-added products and services, specialized expertise, and strong innovation capabilities. These are just some of the qualities that showcase the exceptional skills of our 18,000 employees and their continuous learning, which we support. Diverse in profiles and experience - proof of our openness to all talent - they share the same ambition: to unlock the full value of nuclear energy.

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.

Location Details

Plano, Texas, United States