Laboratory Technical Assistant 1 or 2 Salary $1,985.00 - $3,572.00 Monthly
Location: New Orleans, LA Job Type: Classified Job Number: LSUNO00018365s26/01t Department: LSU Health Sciences Center-New Orleans Opening Date: 01/14/2026 Closing Date: 1/28/2026 11:59 PM Central
Job Description
LSU Health New Orleans Division of Animal Care is seeking motivated applicants for the position of Laboratory Technical Assistant 1 or 2. There are multiple vacancies.
Under direct supervision from the Laboratory Technician Supervisor, the incumbent will be responsible for working in production areas of the Division of Animal Care Facilities. This position will require weekend and holiday work hours.
About the Job
Thank you for your interest in a career at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans. We appreciate your interest in joining our LSU Health New Orleans community. As a campus of Louisiana State University, LSU Health New Orleans offers excellent benefits including health care and retirement plans, and generous sick and vacation leave.
Equal Opportunity Employer
LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.
For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (HRMADA@lsuhsc.edu).
Minimum Qualifications
No experience or training required.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
• Operate mechanical cage wash units according to departmental standard operating procedures • Perform cleaning and maintenance of cage washers and related equipment to ensure proper sanitation • Maintain sanitary conditions of cage washing rooms and other ancillary areas, such as hallways and storage areas • Remove and dispose of waste according to facility guidelines • Prepare and assemble animal cage orders and equipment • Operate large specialized autoclave equipment to ensure proper sanitation and disinfection of materials used in facility • Perform daily general housekeeping duties • Organize supplies, load and unload equipment and feed • Participate in regularly occurring employee safety training on safe work practices and the use of personal protective equipment
Position-Specific Details:
As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a (Laboratory Technical Assistant 1 or 2) depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). Please refer to the 'Job Specifications' tab located at the top of the LA Careers 'Current Job Opportunities' page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.
Special Requirements:
All new hires will be required to participate in the Division of Animal Care Occupational Health Program mandated by Federal Law.
New Hires will complete a Risk Assessment Evaluation/Review Form, and will be scheduled for the following:
Location and Hours of Operation:
Location: LSU Health New Orleans 433 Bolivar St. New Orleans LA 70112
Hours of Operation: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday Every other Weekend and Holiday 6:00 am - 10:30 am
Appointment Type:
Probationary Appointment
Compensation:
Special Entrance Rate is $12.00 per hour for a LTA 1 and $12.84 for a LTA 2 with an additional $3 Premium Pay and $1 Longevity Pay for hours worked only. Rate may be increased dependent upon applicants qualifications.
Pre-employment Drug testing and Criminal Background check are required.
How to Apply:
No Civil Service Test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply to this vacancy, click on the following link: https://lsuhsc.peopleadmin.com/postings/21309
Please list all relevant work experience and education, work experience not listed on application will not receive credit. Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Timethia Brown HR Specialist LSU Health Sciences Center HR Management Department 504.568.4835
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service.
With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage
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Parental Leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave
State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
• New Years Day • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day • Mardi Gras • Good Friday • Memorial Day • Independence Day • Labor Day • Veterans Day • Thanksgiving Day • Christmas Day
Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
Sick and Annual Leave
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement
State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org) • Teachers Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org) • Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net)
Employer
State of Louisiana Address: For agency contact information, please refer to the supplemental information above. Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802 Phone: (866) 783-5462 Website: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm