Animal Technician provides daily care for research animals of various species. Cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Being an Animal Technician monitors the health and well being of the animals, maintains logs of animal diet, behavior, vital signs and other data. Follows standard operating procedures and all biosafety and animal welfare regulations. Additionally, Animal Technician may perform procedures to collect samples. May transport animals to and from laboratories. Requires a high school diploma. May require Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) or other certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Animal Technician works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
ANIMAL TECHNICIAN, Division of Comparative Medicine (DCM) (multiple openings), to perform, under the supervision of the area supervisor or lead technician, any and all duties involved in the care of research animals at the Whitehead and/or MIT campus as assigned. Will maintain proper levels of food and water for animals in accordance with established standard operating procedures; clean and/or change animal cages/pens/trays; handle/move all animals, including larger animals, from one cage/pen to another; monitor environmental controls to ensure that temperature and humidity conditions in animal quarters are within specified limits and report discrepancies; operate cage wash equipment in order to wash cages, trays, water bottles, and related caging and equipment; use other cleaning equipment as assigned; perform additional housekeeping functions such as cleaning laboratory walls, floors, etc., in animal facilities; monitor animal wellbeing and health, record data on cage cards, post appropriate cage cards, and report illnesses to the veterinary staff, area supervisor, or lead technician; remove, identify, and store deceased animals; and perform related duties or caretaking functions as assigned.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: high school diploma or its equivalent; knowledge of and ability to work with animals and a commitment to their well-being; willingness to participate in classes, seminars, and training programs to enhance understanding of laboratory animal care and use; and ability to lift weights of up to 50 lbs. and to read, write, and speak in the English language. PREFERRED: at least one year of animal care experience. Job #23381
A work week that includes Saturdays and Sundays will be required.
All animal technicians are classified as “essential personnel” and are required to report to work regardless of emergency Institute closings.
Newly hired, uncertified animal technicians will be paid 85% of the bottom rate in effect at the time of hire.
Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check.
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