Animal Care, Animal Husbandry, Animal Research, Cleaning Equipment, Communication Skills, Communications Protocols, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Higher Education, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Laboratory, Laboratory Techniques, Laundry, Loading/Unloading, Maintain Compliance, Medical Records, Medication Administration, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Sanitation, Sterilization, Veterinary Medicine, Writing Skills
The College of Veterinary Medicine is hiring for a Lab Animal Care Technician I, II, III.
This individual oversees the daily care and welfare of various laboratory animal species across multiple facilities. Ensures their health and well-being by monitoring their condition, administering medications, maintaining clean housing, and
assisting with veterinary procedures. Adherence to protocols and effective communication with staff and
veterinarians are crucial for success in this role.
Responsibilities:
- Animal Feeding and Hydration: Ensures all animals are provided with appropriate food and fresh water according to their dietary needs.
- Health Monitoring: Regularly observes animals for signs of illness, injury, or distress and reports any concerns to the veterinary staff.
- Record Keeping: Maintains accurate records of animal health, treatments, and daily care activities.
- Biosecurity: Follows all biosecurity and chemical safety requirements for animal care.
- Sanitation: Cleans and disinfects animal enclosures, cages, and equipment to maintain a hygienic environment. This may include upkeep and maintenance of animal housing areas through sweeping, mopping, and sanitization of walls, floors, tables, and equipment.
- Compliance: Ensures adherence to all regulatory guidelines and protocols related to animal care, laboratory procedures, and biosecurity protocols to include wearing correct personal protective equipment (PPE), stocking of PPE, and maintaining footbaths.
- Support Areas: Performs various duties in animal support areas, including laundry, cleaning and sterilizing equipment, and loading and unloading supply racks.
Qualifications:
Level I:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Level II:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 2 years of experience in animal care and husbandry practices.
Or
- Associate's degree or Vocational Certificate in Animal Science, Veterinary Technology, or related program.
Level III:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 4 years of experience in animal care and husbandry practices.
Or
- Associate's degree or Vocational Certificate in Animal Science, Veterinary Technology, or related program
- 2 years of experience in animal care and husbandry practices.
Or
- Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Veterinary Technology, or related program.
License and Certifications:
- Valid in state driver's license upon hire required.
Desired Qualifications:
- Lab animal experience is desired.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of animal behavior and welfare.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Focused and detail-oriented observation skills.
- Passion for humane animal care.
- Ability to follow detailed, simple, routine instructions and procedures with supervision.
- Ability to understand and retain the research that is performed on each group of animals.
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- We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
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