Laboratory Animal Technician, Animal Resources Program, Clarkson

Wake Forest University Health Sciences

Unknown, Unknown, US
Base: $19.80 - $29.70; bonus/equity: not specified...
Onsite (5 days a week, including weekends and holidays)
Perform general care and maintenance of laboratory animals
Safely handle and restrain all animal species
Assemble caging equipment for safe housing
Wake Forest University Health Sciences is seeking a full-time Laboratory Animal Technician to care for laboratory animals in a research and teaching environment. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, with previous lab animal experience and preferably AALAS certification

Job Summary

  • Performs general care and maintenance of laboratory animals and facilities in a research and teaching environment.
  • The role requires the ability to operate routine animal care equipment and utilize simple computer skills.
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Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

Wake Forest University Health Sciences is seeking a full-time Laboratory Animal Technician to care for laboratory animals in a research and teaching environment. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, with previous lab animal experience and preferably AALAS certification.

Salary

Base: $19.80 - $29.70; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Perform general care and maintenance of laboratory animals
  • Safely handle and restrain all animal species
  • Assemble caging equipment for safe housing
  • Communicate pertinent information verbally and in writing
  • Provide species specific environmental enrichment

Nice-to-have

  • Teamwork and independent work capabilities
  • Good time management skills
  • Good interpersonal/human relations skills

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED equivalent
  • Previous lab animal experience
  • Valid applicable state driver's license
  • AALAS certification Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician level preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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