Animal Caretaker

Location: Poulpharm Belgium
At Poulpharm, we believe in the potential of every individual to have a positive impact on veterinary healthcare. Our dedicated team of professionals, ranging from laboratory technologists, animal caretakers, researchers, and species experts to marketers and quality coordinators, collaborates tirelessly both at the diagnostic level and in conducting (pre-)clinical trials in our state-of-the-art testing facilities. As a leading partner to veterinarians, the veterinary pharmaceutical industry, and the food industry, we are constantly seeking talented and passionate individuals who want to contribute to our inspiring story. At Poulpharm, you will have the chance to develop your talents and grow in a stimulating environment._

**To support the CRO business unit, Poulpharm is looking for an animal caretaker for our sites in Izegem, Aalter, and Heestert.**
- You are, provided with the necessary training, capable of practically executing a trial.
- You meticulously care for the animals (poultry) in relation to research in a quality environment.
- You recognize diseases and problems in the animals.
- You are responsible for monitoring the housing and hygiene status of the animals.
- You contribute to accurately entering and maintaining the generated data during the research.
- You will be part of an enthusiastic and dynamic team where a sense of responsibility is a key asset.
PROFILE
- You hold a bachelor’s degree in agro
- and biotechnology with a specialization in animal care or equivalent through experience.
- Possession of a FELASA certificate B is a plus.
- You possess a driver’s license to commute between different sites.
- You work on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, 8 hours each day.
- You are administratively meticulous.
- You can plan and organize.
- You can work well in a team.
- You are flexible.
- You enjoy a varied job.
WHAT DO WE OFFER YOU?

At Poulpharm, you can count on an interesting position where you can take on responsibilities. You will join a team of enthusiastic animal caretakers and technicians with a fascinating and varied job with opportunities for personal growth.

As a stable company, we ensure job security and offer not only a permanent contract with a competitive salary but also interesting fringe benefits such as meal vouchers, group and hospitalization insurance, weekend allowance.

You work a 32-hour week according to a fixed schedule with 8 hours each on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Vacation time is flexible and chosen in consultation with colleagues. We do not have collective closures within the company.

If your education and/or experience make you eligible for the position, we would like to invite you for an exploratory discussion with HR. Even if you are not eligible for the position, you will receive feedback. If the feedback is positive, a second interview with the manager will follow. If both interviews go well and we see a good match with Poulpharm, we would be happy to extend a salary proposal to you