Laboratory Technician; Animal Care

Job Summary

The Laboratory Technician performs a variety of technical tasks in support of scientific research, including preparing experiments, managing laboratory equipment, and analyzing data. This role requires attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols to ensure accurate and reliable results in research projects.

• Prepare and process laboratory samples
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment
• Maintain files and records
• Prepare for laboratory media/equipment demonstrations
• Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Educational Requirements:
  
  High school diploma, GED Certificate or Vocational School Diploma
• Other
  
  Required Qualifications:
  
  Overnight travel requechnicianed for project delivery; flexibility in on-site daily service delivery hours Degree or two years college course (due years client shift schedules, project requechnicianements).
• Required Experience:
  
  Two years of job related experience

• Preferred Educational
  
  Qualifications:
  
  Technical Diploma, Associate's Degree or two years college coursework
• Preferred Experience:
  
  A minimum one year of experience in a laboratory animal facility OR AALAS certification as Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) OR Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) OR Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG). Experience with aquatic animal husbandry and spawning.
• Additional qualifications:
  
  A high school diploma or equivalent AND one year of animal husbandry/care experience OR two years of animal husbandry experience in a laboratory animal facility OR certification as Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT). LAT and LATG certifications and additional education can fulfill requirements on a per case basis. The ability to lift 50 pounds and push/pull heavy loads.
• Positions in this classification will require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record. Applicants must NOT own rodents at home NOR reptiles that consume rodents.

This job requires basic science background and basic knowledge of laboratory test procedures and equipment usage.

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• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is not considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel.
• This position does not require security clearance.
• R2
• Atlanta, GA
• Anticipated hourly range of $22.00 to $29.10 will be commensurate with qualifications.

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