Animal Technician, Sr. jobs in Boston, MA

Animal Technician, Sr. provides daily care for research animals of various species. Cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Being an Animal Technician, Sr. 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, Sr. 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, Sr. works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be an Animal Technician, Sr. typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Animal technician
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Cambridge, MA FULL_TIME
  • Animal Technician

    Job Number : 23381

    Functional Area : Research - Other

    Department : Division of Comparative Medicine

    School Area : VP Research

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Employment Category : Non-Exempt

    Visa Sponsorship Available : No

    Schedule : see description

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    Job Description

    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;
    • 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. 11 / 27 / 23

    Last updated : 2024-03-05

  • 21 Days Ago

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Animal care technician
  • Boston University
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN II, CRC Facilities Tracking Code Job Description The Animal Science Center is part of the , a group dedicated to aiding the research community in navigating the lifecycle of the...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Animal care technician
  • myGwork
  • Cambridge, MA FULL_TIME
  • For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant imp...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Lab Animal Technician 1
  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Job Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Job Su...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Animal Care Technician I
  • Charles River Laboratories
  • Cambridge, MA FULL_TIME
  • Req ID #: 222020 Location: Cambridge, MA, US, 02139 For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When ...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Animal Care Technician
  • Northeastern University
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • About the Opportunity The Animal Care Technician provides husbandry and care to laboratory animals, maintains animal inventory records and Animal Husbandry and Room Maintenance Records and performs fa...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Veterinary Technician - Boston (Part Time)
  • Bond Vet
  • Boston, MA
  • Bond Vet is on a mission to strengthen the human-animal bond through better pet care. We offer primary and urgent care, ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Animal Care Washroom Technician
  • Medix
  • Boston, MA
  • Location: Downtown Boston 02215 We are currently hiring for an Animal Care technician at a medical center/research facil...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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DIRECTOR & ATTENDING VETERINARIAN, ASC, BUMC Lab Animal Science Center
  • Boston University
  • Boston, MA
  • The Boston University (BU) Animal Science Center provides veterinary care and research support for all animals used in r...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinarian - Stoneham, Massachusetts - Central Animal Hospital of Stoneham
  • AmeriVet
  • Stoneham, MA
  • Full-Time Associate Veterinarian position in picturesque New England, minutes from Boston. We are a growing hospital bas...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Lab Technician 2, Dept. of Dermatology
  • Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH)
  • Boston, MA
  • Animal Technician for the BWH Department of Dermatology Working under the general supervision of Principal Investigators...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Lead Veterinarian- Saugus, Massachusetts
  • Saugus Animal Hospital
  • Saugus, MA
  • Job Description Job Description Saugus Animal Hospital is an AAHA accredited small animal hospital that treats dogs, cat...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Technician
  • South Coastal Animal Health LLC
  • Weymouth, MA
  • Job Description Job Description South Coastal Animal Health is seeking an experienced Technician to join our busy, 11-do...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Technician
  • Petco
  • Saugus, MA
  • Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an e...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Boston has an area of 89.63 square miles (232.1 km2)—48.4 square miles (125.4 km2) (54%) of land and 41.2 square miles (106.7 km2) (46%) of water. The city's official elevation, as measured at Logan International Airport, is 19 ft (5.8 m) above sea level. The highest point in Boston is Bellevue Hill at 330 feet (100 m) above sea level, and the lowest point is at sea level. Situated onshore of the Atlantic Ocean, Boston is the only state capital in the contiguous United States with an oceanic shoreline. Boston is surrounded by the "Greater Boston" region and is contiguously bordered by the citi...
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Income Estimation for Animal Technician, Sr. jobs
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Boston, Massachusetts area prices
were up 2.5% from a year ago

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