Lab Animal Care Technician - Research Support

University of Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The University of Alberta invites applications for an Animal Care Technician at the North Campus Animal Services (NCAS). This in-person role provides daily husbandry, monitoring, and support within a 12-15 month term, ensuring welfare and compliance with SOPs for animals used in research and teaching.

Reporting to the TLAC, you will work with veterinarians and researchers to support a safe, clean facility. Ideal candidates hold a two-year Veterinary Technology diploma (or related) with CALAS

Qualifications

• Two-year diploma in Veterinary Technology, Animal Health Technology, Biological Sciences (Laboratory Research stream) or related field is typically required.
• CALAS/RLAT certification or enrollment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily animal husbandry tasks including feeding, cage cleaning and environmental enrichment.
• Monitor health and welfare of animals and collaborate with veterinarians and researchers.
• Maintain health and procedural records and adhere to SOPs with accuracy.
• Assist researchers with technical procedures as needed.

Skills

Animal care

Health monitoring

SOP adherence

Education

Veterinary Technology Diploma

Bachelor of Science (related field)

Job description

The University of Alberta invites applications for an Animal Care Technician at the North Campus Animal Services (NCAS). This in-person role provides daily husbandry, monitoring, and support within a 12-15 month term, ensuring welfare and compliance with SOPs for animals used in research and teaching.

Reporting to the TLAC, you will work with veterinarians and researchers to support a safe, clean facility. Ideal candidates hold a two-year Veterinary Technology diploma (or related) with CALAS