Animal Care Technician

Job Description

The Animal Care Technician will perform animal husbandry duties and have responsibility for the overall welfare of a variety of laboratory animals.

ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the humane care and treatment of all species within the animal care unit.Provide routine animal care consisting of feeding, watering, and cage and room cleaning.Responsible for the receipt of animals, proper identification, and placement of animals in appropriate housing.Perform animal handling, animal identification, and randomization.Assist in the operation and maintenance of equipment such as cage and glassware washers, scales, and balances.Maintain pertinent records in compliance with SOPs, USDA, FDA, and AAALAC International regulations and guidelines.Maintain study support areas and procedure rooms, keeping them clean, stocked, and ready for use.Assist the clinical veterinarian in physical examination, treatment of laboratory animals, and assist with the animal health programs.May assist in the conduct of research studies as needed, including the use of various animal dosing techniques.Essential SkillsAnimal husbandryAnimal handlingAnimal researchDetail-orientedVeterinary hospital experienceAnimal science knowledgeWashing and cleaning skillsAnimal breedingHusbandryAdditional Skills & QualificationsHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.Animal care or research laboratory work experience.Strong oral and written communication skills.Excellent attention to detail and animal behavior observation skills.Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.Computer skills, including the ability to learn a new system.Ability to work under specific study time constraints.Work Environment

The facility consists of around 40-50 people, with the animal care team comprising about 6-8 people.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00

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