laboratory animal technician

PerkinElmer

<div>Job Title: Animal Care Facility Lab Assistant
Reports to: General Lab Service Manager
Location: Customer Site &ndash; New Haven, CT
Job Level: OPSIS2
Job Description Summary:
The Animal Care Facility (ACF) Lab Assistant will collaborate with Lab Animal Resources (LAR) staff and vivarium management to support daily operations of the ACF (vivarium). As an ACF Lab Assistant, you will work closely with ACF management to maintain compliance and facility inspection readiness and ensure the highest animal welfare standards are upheld.
Job Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for:<ul><li>
Strict adherence to applicable client Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS) and protocols.</li><li>
Performing daily cage wash responsibilities.</li><li>
Assisting LAR staff with execution of routine laboratory cleaning and animal care facility sanitization.</li><li>
Performing restocking of lab consumables and chemicals within the animal care facility.</li><li>
Act as escort for external contractors when needed.</li><li>
Recording data and observations in appropriate data management systems.</li><li>
Assisting LAR staff in ensuring inspection readiness.</li><li>
40 hour work week and additional weekend &amp; holiday hours on a rotational basis. Recurring opportunity for overtime.</li><li>
Maintain training and compliance in areas of health and safety, security, environmental and operational aspects of daily activities in the working environment.</li></ul>
Nothing in this job description restricts management&rsquo;s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.
Critical Skills:
<ul><li>Comfort working with small animals such as mice and rats is required.</li><li>
The ability and desire to learn about and work with purpose bred laboratory rodents.</li><li>
Accountability in exercising judgement and understanding the impact of any decisions.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal skills and strong interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Possess a positive, adaptable, and solution-oriented attitude.</li><li>
Pass medical clearance for respiratory fit testing.</li></ul>
Basic Qualifications:
<ul><li>High School Diploma</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul><li>Prior Experience working with animals</li></ul>
Working Environment:<ul><li>
Must be able to work in a laboratory, controlled environments requiring personal protective equipment (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses, etc.) in laboratory.</li><li>
Job pace may be fast and job completion demands may be high.</li><li>
Must be able to remain in a stationary position more than 25% of the time.</li><li>
The person needs to occasionally move between labs, corridors, adjoining rooms, and buildings onsite. Frequently operate on instruments, objects, tools or controls, which will require regularly bending, squatting, stretching and reaching in order to perform in a service function.
</li><li>Occasionally move or lift up to 25 pounds (potential for occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds).</li><li>
Specific vision abilities required by this position include without limitation, the ability to observe details at close range distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus in order to perform the essential service functions of this position.
</li><li>Occasionally operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.</li><li>
Employee may be required to handle hazardous waste according to local, state, and federal regulations. Duties may include identifying, handling, generating, accumulating, storing and labeling hazardous waste.</li><li>
Potential risk to lab-based hazards including but not limited to extreme temperature, biological materials, hazardous chemicals.</li><li>
May be required to complete Medical Clearance, Respiratory Protection Training, and Fit Testing to wear a respirator as protection against animal allergens where animals are present in the laboratory environment.</li></ul>
The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $40,000 to $50,000. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.</div>

Animal Care Facility Lab Assistant

Merck

<div>Job Description
The Clinical Services scientist position under the guidance of a West Point laboratory animal resources husbandry operations, works to provide world class animal care to impact drug development and discovery and improve human health.
With minimal direction and in compliance with departmental Standard Operating Procedures, our Research &amp; Development Division study requirements, as well as applicable regulations and guidelines to include USDA regs, NIH Guide and, Good Laboratory Practices, this position oversees the details of animal care and related activities of Laboratory Animal Resources, to include indirect guidance of animal care workers. Has responsibility to assist with the training, development, assignment coordination and safety of hourly personnel. Contributes to making work assignments, ensuring completion and quality, and administers personnel policies. Ensures that quality support of research laboratory animal programs is a team effort between LAR, research staff and other support organizations. Collaborates across projects; communicates work related information to project teams: some contacts outside the department / company; may represent functional group on department teams or committees. Independently carries out minor technical duties related to laboratory practices, supplies organization, and laboratory records management.
Contributions include:
1. Contributes to interdepartmental collaborations with other members of our Research &amp; Development Division community.
2. Assists with managerial reports as required (census, facility records)
3. Communicates effectively, both verbal and written, with departmental and research staff.
4. Assumes an assistant role in training of departmental staff in specific activities.
5. Provides guidance to husbandry staff in conjunction with line management.
6. Assists with the processing of orders of animals to meet research needs.
7. In collaboration with other LAR personnel assists with the development and implementation of equipment and process validation programs. This includes but is not limited to, the validation of sanitation procedures, water testing, airborne particulate analysis, and temperature and light level testing and validation.
8. Maintains animal source and transaction records in compliance with our Company, state and federal requirements. Assists with development, implementation, and monitoring of SOPs for daily activities.
9. Manages husbandry equipment including rack washers, bottle washers, Tunnels washers, automated bedding systems and bulk sterilizers, and trains employees in their operation.
10. Is included in rotational weekend and holiday duty.
Education Minimum Requirement:<ul><li>
Required: Current BS, or pursuit of a BS in Biology/ Chemistry or related in vivo field</li><li>
Preferred: MS in Biology or related in vivo field</li></ul>
Required Experience and Skills:<ul><li>
Minimum of (2) years' experience in a Research / in vivo field or functional in-person internship / job shadow experience.</li></ul>
Preferred Experience and Skills:<ul><li>
5 year experience in a Research Laboratory in vivo management</li><li>
ALAT, AAALAS certification</li></ul>
Required Skills:
Animal Handling, Animal Handling, Animal Welfare, Biotechnology Research, Blood Specimen Collection, Clinical Sciences, Clinical Trials Operations, Communication, Customer Experience Management, Data Recording, Detail-Oriented, Drug Development, Equipment Validations, Ethical Standards, GLP Regulations, In Vivo Studies, Laboratory Animal Medicine, Laboratory Documentation, Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Laboratory Techniques, Operations Management, Process Validation, Quality Control Management, Registered Laboratory Animal Technologist (RLATG), Researching {+ 4 more}
Preferred Skills: 
US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:
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As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:
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We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another&rsquo;s thinking and approach problems collectively.
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U.S. Hybrid Work Model
Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as &ldquo;remote&rdquo;.
The salary range for this role is
$87,300.00 - $137,400.00
This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee&rsquo;s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.
The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.
You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.
San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles&rsquo; Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance
Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully 
Merck &amp; Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp &amp; Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.
Employee Status:
Regular
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable
Shift:
Not Indicated
Valid Driving License:
No
Hazardous Material(s):
N/A
Job Posting End Date:
03/19/2026<ul><li>A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. 
</li></ul> 
Requisition ID:R387876</div>

Operations Coordinator, Clinical Services

Altasciences

<div>
 
 Your New Company!
 
 
 
 At Altasciences we all move in unison to assist and work in the discovery, development, and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them. No matter your role, we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. By living our values of Employee Development, Customer Focus, Quality and Excellence, Respect and Integrity, we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people, like you, to join our growing team! Whether you're a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity, it's time to discover your future at Altasciences.
 
 
 We are better together and together We Are Altasciences.
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 Research Associate I will perform technical procedures, restrain animals, operate laboratory equipment, collect specimens, and data on laboratory animals (mice, rats, rabbits, canines, non-human primates, etc.) as specified in protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and in compliance with GLP standards. Support study supervisor(s) and study director(s) by performing and assisting with sample and data collection on research studies.
 
 
 
 What You'll Do Here
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Follow SOPs and Protocols to perform procedures on study and stock animals, including, but not limited to: clinical observations, food consumptions, body weights, urine collection, administering injectable anesthesia, mating procedures, blood draws (all routes), dose administration (all routes), euthanasia, catheter placement, restraint, enrichment, feeding and food removal.
 </li>
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 Follow written and verbal instruction: Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), protocols, daily schedules.
 </li>
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 Record, enter and review raw data, study and facility.
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 Set up for procedures and maintains ancillaries on study animals.
 </li>
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 Operate selected laboratory equipment (i.e., glucometer, Harvard pump, digital thermometer).
 </li>
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 Monitor and report changes in animal behavior or health, and problems with animal rooms (e.g., caging, lights, and temperature) to all appropriate personnel.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain general cleanliness and organization of work areas.
 </li>
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 Monitor and report study changes to study director and all appropriate personnel.
 </li>
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 Review and provide input on the creation and revision of SOPs relating to animals, technical procedures and facility issues.
 </li>
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 Perform husbandry duties.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What You'll Need To Succeed
 
 
 
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 <li>
 High school diploma or equivalent, required; BA/BS in a scientific discipline preferred.
 </li>
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 Experience working with animals in research or a regulated environment preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 ALAT certification preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Intermediate computer experience including Microsoft Office suite, Project, Info Path and Access.
 </li>
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 English proficiency required to read and interpret documents such as industry specific documents, write routine reports and correspondence.
 </li>
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 Basic math skills as they apply to interpreting scientific data.
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 Solid reasoning abilities.
 </li>
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 Demonstrated attention to detail while multi-tasking
 </li>
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 Maintain organization in a fast paced, changing environment.
 </li>
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 Ability to manage change.
 </li>
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 Comfortable communicating with all levels of management and employees.
 </li>
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 Identify and resolve problems as they are encountered.
 </li>
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 Practical problem solving skills when deal with a variety of concrete variables.
 </li>
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 Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What We Offer
 
 
 
 Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.
 
 
 
 Altasciences' Benefits Package Includes
 
 
 
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 Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
 </li>
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 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
 </li>
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 Paid Vacation and Holidays
 </li>
 <li>
 Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
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 Employee Assistance &amp; Telehealth Programs
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Altasciences' Incentive Programs Include
 
 
 
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 Training &amp; Development Programs
 </li>
 <li>
 Employee Referral Bonus Program
 </li>
 <li>
 Annual Performance Review
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 MOVING IN UNISON TO DELIVER A BIG IMPACT WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH
 
 
 
 Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request. Join us at Altasciences!
 
 
</div>

Animal Research Technician

Prairie Creek Animal Hospital

Job OverviewPrairie Creek Animal Hospital is seeking a veterinary technician. Experience in animal handling is required but technician experience is only preferred. Pay commiserate with experience.Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures.</li><li>Perform diagnostic tests including X-rays and laboratory analyses.</li><li>Administer medications, vaccinations, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.</li><li>Monitor animal patients' vital signs and overall health status.</li><li>Prepare animals for surgery, including anesthesia administration and catheterization.</li><li>Maintain accurate medical records and documentation of treatments provided.</li><li>Educate pet owners on proper pet care, nutrition, and preventive health measures.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Experience as a veterinary technician preferred but not required</li><li>Proficiency in animal handling techniques</li><li>Familiarity with veterinary terminology and laboratory procedures.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with pet owners and team members.</li><li>Commitment to providing high-quality patient care with compassion and empathy.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Veterinary Technician

Advanced Pet Services

Overview Join our dynamic veterinary team as a Veterinary Technician and become a part of providing exceptional animal care! In this energetic role, you will assist veterinarians in a clinic setting ensuring our animal patients receive top-quality treatment and comfort. Your expertise will support a wide range of procedures, from routine pet care to advanced veterinary critical care, all while fostering a compassionate environment for pets and their owners. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, pet-focused setting dedicated to improving animal health and well-being.Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist veterinarians with animal examinations, ensuring proper restraint and handling of animals including dogs, cats, and small birds.</li><li>Manage animal restraint during examinations or treatments using proper animal handling techniques to ensure safety for both pets and staff.</li><li>Support dental procedures by understanding dental terminology and assisting with pet dental care routines.</li><li>Maintain detailed records of treatments, laboratory results, and patient histories while adhering to veterinary terminology standards.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Proven kennel experience with a strong understanding of animal behavior and handling techniques.</li><li>Knowledge of veterinary terminology, animal anatomy, and physiology to effectively support clinical procedures.</li><li>Ability to handle dogs confidently through dog training skills and dog handling experience; comfortable working with various species.</li><li>Strong animal husbandry skills with an emphasis on pet care.</li><li>Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and communicate clearly with pet owners about treatment plans. This position is paid and designed for motivated individuals eager to expand their veterinary technician experience while making a positive impact on animals&rsquo; lives!</li></ul>Pay: From $26.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Employee discount</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Uniform allowance</li></ul>Work Location: On the road

Veterinary Assistant and Technician

Prairie Holdings Group

<div>Cambridge Technologies
Position Guidelines
JOB TITLE: Diagnostic Technician II
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt<div>
DEPARTMENT: Diagnostics DATE REVISED: 4/20/2026</div> 
SUMMARY<div>
A Diagnostic Lab Technician II will provide technical support in the diagnostic lab including but not limited to: sample processing, nucleic acid extractions, PCR set up, virus isolation, cell culture, and other laboratory tasks as assigned. This role will interact with other diagnostic lab members, research team members, and other departments as needed.</div><div></div> 
ACCOUNTABILITIES
Reports to: Manager, Diagnostics Lab
Supervises: Has no supervisory responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES<div><ul><li>
Assists and leads in daily functions of the laboratory, including but not limited to: nucleic acid extraction, PCR set up, viral isolation and cell culture according to company SOPs</li><li>
Work with various animal tissues and pathogens in a Biosafety level 2 environment, adhering to company safety policies</li><li>
Conduct and coordinate assigned projects, experiments, or departmental activities to meet goals and timelines</li><li>
Collect, maintain, and organize data in the form of a laboratory notebook, bench record, animal record, electronic project database, and/or production record</li><li>
Communicate data/results in the form of written or oral reports and provide suggestions for next steps</li><li>
Maintain laboratory and equipment in order to meet project and regulatory requirements</li><li>
Interact with lab personnel, as well as other departments within the company</li><li>
Must be able to conduct assignments with limited supervision and accurately communicate results to their supervisor</li><li>
Provide accurate and honest documentation and reporting of research data and results</li><li>
Work in a safe and productive manner with the guidelines established by policy and follow good laboratory practices</li><li>
Accountable for complying with the company handbook and all policies set by the company and delegated authority</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned</li></ul></div><div>
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE</div><div><ul><li>
The position prefers at least a four-year degree in Biology or related life sciences with relative experience in animal health.</li><li>
The candidate should be familiar with the principle of veterinary biologics, research and development of biologics, diagnostic assays, vaccine production, quality control and regulatory agencies.</li><li>
The position requires good verbal and written skills, and good manufacturing, laboratory, and clinical practices.</li></ul></div><div></div><div> 
LANGUAGE SKILLS</div><div>
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.</div><div></div><div> 
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS</div><div>
Ability to calculate basic laboratory mathematical calculations such as stock dilutions.</div><div></div><div> 
REASONING ABILITY</div><div>
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.</div><div></div><div> 
OTHER SKILL &amp; ABILITIES</div><div>
Attention to detail. Communication skills - verbal and written. Data collection, management and analysis. Problem analysis and problem solving. Planning and organizing. Judgement. Decision-making. Customer service orientation. Teamwork.</div><div></div><div> 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS</div><div>
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</div><div></div><div> 
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25-40 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 60 pounds.</div><div></div><div> 
WORK ENVIRONMENT</div><div>
This position may work in a laboratory, research farm, manufacturing facility, and office setting where they conduct experiments and analyze the results. Technicians and scientists who work with biosafety level 2 organisms must follow appropriate safety procedures.</div></div>

Diagnostic Laboratory Technician II

Mercer University

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Application Instructions:</h1>
External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page. 
IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and load ALL documents required in the job posting to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience application page. Use the Select Files button to add multiple documents including your Resume/CV, references, cover letter, and any other supporting documents required in the job posting. The &quot;My Experience&quot; page is the only opportunity to add your required supporting document attachments. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it. 
Current Mercer University Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the external careers website. Log in to Workday and type Jobs Hub in the search bar. Locate the position and click Apply.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Title:</h2>
Animal Caretaker/Laboratory Assistant<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Department:</h2>
Biomedical Sciences<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
College/Division:</h2>
School Of Medicine 
Primary Job Posting Location:
Columbus, GA 31901
Additional Job Posting Locations:
(Other locations that this position could be based)<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Details:</h2>
Mercer University School of Medicine is seeking a highly qualified Animal Caretaker/Laboratory Assistant on the Columbus, GA campus. 
Responsibilities:
The Animal Caretaker and Laboratory Assistant (ACLA) provides daily care for laboratory animals and maintains animal care facilities at the Mercer University School of Medicine according to USDA, PHS, and OLAW standards. Under direct supervision, the ACLA will carry out duties in the research laboratories to include oversight of laboratory coats and animal care uniforms. The ACLA works closely with the other animal care staff, but not in a supervised capacity.
Qualifications:
A high school diploma or GED is required. Prior animal care experience is preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:<ul><li>
Must be able to learn and apply basic principles and practices of laboratory animal care and facility maintenance.</li><li>
Must be able to keep written records of animal health, daily tasks, and facility conditions.</li><li>
Must be able to use e-mail.</li><li>
With or without reasonable accommodations, must be able to lift 20 pounds from the squat position to shoulder height, and 50 pounds to the waist height.</li><li>
Must be able to work with disinfectants, germicides, and cleaning agents commonly used in the animal care facility.</li><li>
Must be able to work on weekends and holidays in the animal care facility on a regular basis. Weekend and holiday hours are not shared with other MUSM employees and are the sole responsibility of the caretaker.</li></ul><div> 
Background Check Contingencies: 
<ul><li>Criminal History Check</li></ul></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div> 
Document Attachments:<ul><li>Resume</li><li>Cover Letter</li><li>List of three professional references with contact information</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div> 
About Mercer University
Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer&rsquo;s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer&rsquo;s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.
Why Work at Mercer University
Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more!
At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.
<div><div><div><div><div><div>For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective/</div></div></div></div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Scheduled Weekly Hours:</h2>
40<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Job Family:</h2>
Staff Research and Lab Services Non-exempt<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
EEO Statement:</h2>
EEO/Veteran/Disability</div>

Animal Caretaker/Laboratory Assistant

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