Laboratory Animal Technician

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• Tuskegee University employment application
• Resume/CV
• Copies of unofficial transcripts.
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• Position Title: Laboratory Animal Technician
• Status: Full Time
• Job Summary: Daily observe the animals and have some knowledge of animal behavior. Keep records and inventory of animals received.

• Perform daily animal husbandry, including feeding, watering, and routine health checks of rodents.
• Monitor animals for signs of illness, injury, or distress and promptly report concerns to supervisory staff or the veterinarian.
• Maintain accurate animal room records, including daily logs, census sheets, and health observations.
• Follow established SOPs to ensure compliance with IACUC protocols, applicable USDA regulations, and the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.
• Operate cage/rack washer and autoclave for cleaning & sterilization of caging, bottles, and other equipment.
• Prepare clean cages, bedding, food, and water bottles according to facility schedules.
• Maintain clean, organized animal holding rooms & support areas on proper sanitation schedules.
• Monitor and report equipment malfunctions (e.g., washers, autoclaves, ventilated racks).
• Assist with routine facility cleaning and stocking of supplies.
• Follow all safety, biosafety, and biosecurity procedures.
• Assist research investigators and research assistants/graduate students in the proper handling of animals.
• Provide research investigators and research assistants or Graduate students needed resources as required.
• Assist in ensuring that all investigators and research assistants/graduate students comply with proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and observe the animal welfare regulations; otherwise report such violation to the ADAC or AV immediately.
• Assist in the collection of blood, urine and feces from animals as directed.
• Receive purchased animals ordered from vendors.
• Keep inventories of animals and availability of food and bedding supplies on hand.
• Transport animals and animal feed and beddings to designated laboratory.
• Clean hallways, coolers, animal rooms and storage rooms as per SOP.
• Assist ADAC and AV in the labeling and record keeping of laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience with animals preferred but not required; training will be provided.

• Have working experience with progressively increasing responsibilities, in a laboratory animal facility in an institution, industry or government
• American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) Certification at the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) level or higher.

• Ability to operate standard office equipment
• Ability to walk short distances
• Ability to lift and carry parcels, packages and other items
• Ability to view a computer terminal

• Knowledge: Basic knowledge of the husbandry rodents (mice, rats, guinea pigs, rabbits, dogs, goats, horses, birds, cattle or other laboratory animals).
• Skills: Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and maintain accurate records. Dependability, attention to detail, and commitment to animal welfare are essential.
• Ability: Ability to treat animals as directed by Assistant Director of Animal Care (ADAC) or attending Veterinarian (AV). Ability to collect biologic specimens from laboratory rodents, rabbits, dogs, cattle, horses, birds and other laboratory animals for necropsy diagnosis and clinical pathobiological diagnosis. Ability to lift 50lbs. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays as assigned. Must maintain adequate record of all purchased animals as per SOP.
  
  Must be able to perform other responsibilities with minimal supervision.

• Posting Number: S921
• Will this position require travel? No
• Will this position require night, weekend, and after hour work? Yes
• Will this position be supported using grants or contract funding? No
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Desired
  
  Start Date:
  
  10/01/2025
• Position End Date (if temporary): 01/01/2026
• Open Date:
• Close Date:
• Open Until Filled: No

Required Documents

• Resume
• Transcript 1

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

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