Amber Collins
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Dedicated Laboratory Animal Technician with a proven track record at Inotiv, excelling in animal welfare compliance and team collaboration. Expert in enhancing lab efficiency and animal care standards through innovative breeding management and environmental enrichment strategies. Demonstrates exceptional time management and communication skills, significantly improving workplace safety and animal well-being.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Animal Technician
Inotiv
08.2010 - Current
- Managed breeding colonies for multiple species by monitoring mating pairs, tracking pregnancies, and weaning offspring according to established protocols.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing research equipment, supplies, and animal housing.
- Reduced stress levels in laboratory animals with proper handling techniques and environmental enrichment strategies.
- Promoted a clean and safe work environment through strict adherence to sanitation guidelines for both equipment and personal protective wear.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
- Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Palestine High School
New Palestine, IN06-1999
Skills
- Animal welfare compliance
- Animal handling expertise
- Time management capabilities
- Cleanliness maintenance
- Animal restraint methods
- Animal breeding management
- Teamwork
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Basic animal care
- Excellent communication
- Self motivation
- Goal setting
Timeline
Laboratory Animal Technician
Inotiv
08.2010 - Current
High School Diploma -
New Palestine High School