About eGenesis

eGenesis is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing human-compatible engineered organs to address the severe global organ shortage. The Company’s proprietary genome engineering platform enables extensive, multiplex gene edits to remove key biological barriers, add protective human transgenes, and inactivate endogenous retroviruses. EGEN-2784, a genetically engineered porcine kidney, is the Company’s lead program and is currently being evaluated in a multi-patient Expanded Access study at MGH. eGenesis is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a reliable member to join the eGenesis Farm Operations team and assist in all farm activities including operating large equipment, hay production, landscaping, and basic animal care of swine. The right individual will have experience working with large animals, farm equipment, and must be able to perform maintenance on equipment and buildings. Experience with hand tools and power tools is required. This position requires working a rotating weekend and holiday schedule. The right individual must be detail-oriented with strong communication skills and the ability to work as a team and individually. This position requires physical demands such as climbing, stooping, crouching, sitting on equipment such as lawnmowers and tractors for extended periods, and handling/moving swine throughout the facilities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for operating large farm equipment at the eGenesis - WI facility
Operation of skid loaders, tractors, manure management equipment, and hay equipment
Activities involving large farm equipment include but are not limited to carcass management/composting, spreading solid and liquid manure, pasture mowing, and unloading deliveries
Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and repairs when needed
Responsible for landscaping and general grounds upkeep
Operation of lawn mower tractor (Zero Turn, AWD), weedwhacker, leaf blower, snowplow, and chainsaw
Activities include but are not limited to lawn mowing/trimming, tree clearing/pruning, snow plowing (farm roads and sidewalks), and spraying weeds
Responsible for basic maintenance of both animal facilities and lab facilities
Follow preventative maintenance schedules and work closely with all vendors of all equipment and systems
Operation of hand tools, power tools, welding machines, oxyacetylene torch
Participate in daily care of pigs at the animal facilities, including cleaning and upkeep of the facility
Feeding, caring for, and handling swine including a weekend and holiday rotation
Follow safe work practices and enforce health and safety regulations
Correct unsafe acts and conditions and ensure equipment is properly maintained
Report and investigate all accidents/incidents
Inspect personal area and take remedial action to minimize or eliminate hazards
Complete required training assignments, forms, and other paperwork
Adhere to eGenesis biosecurity requirements for the Main Facility and Quarantine Facility
Due to the nature of operating a research animal facility, there is potential to be asked to work overtime hours

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) minimum
1+ years of experience in large animal care and handling
1+ years of experience in facility and equipment maintenance
Working knowledge of animal husbandry, including nutrition, reproduction, and safety
Basic working knowledge facility maintenance, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing skills
Excellent communication, problem-solving, organizational, and multitasking skills
Basic use of Microsoft office suite of applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)
Must not have any other interaction with pigs outside of the company
CDL driver’s license and welding experience desired but not required
Strong attention to operational planning and follow through
Working knowledge of data collection and recording

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