Laboratory Animal Attendant

MDA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

York University is seeking a Laboratory Animal Attendant to provide routine care for animal species in the Vivaria, following standardized processes. The role requires two years of hands-on experience and may require weekend coverage. A High School Diploma is required, and RVT/RLAT certification is an asset.

The position supports animal care, safety and documentation across multiple species. The incumbent will work Monday to Friday with weekend coverage as needed, ensuring accurate records and

Qualifications

• Two years of hands-on animal care experience in a research or teaching environment.
• High School Diploma required; RVT/RLAT certificate an asset.
• Strong observations of health status in various species and ability to record symptoms.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine husbandry care for animals in the Vivaria in accordance with standardized processes.
• Maintain quality, safety and infection control standards.
• Observe and assess health status in animals and record findings.
• Document procedures and maintain veterinary/animal husbandry records.

Skills

Animal nursing care

Communication

Health status observation

Infection control

Documentation

Multi-tasking

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Education

High School Diploma

RVT/RLAT asset

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Vice-President Research & Innovation, Division of Research & Innovation

Affiliation *

YUSA 1

Permanent Part Time

Job Start Date

08-25-2026

Posting Intent

YUSA-1: This is an internal posting. Only eligible members of the YUSA 1 bargaining unit will be considered at this stage

Band/Salary Grade *

06

Compensation *

FTE Annual Salary of:$62,206.00

Job Category

Laboratory

Total Weekly Hours of Work

14 hours per week to cover weekend

Hours of Work

Weekend coverage (Saturday and Sunday): 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Purpose:

The Laboratory Animal Attendant role provides routine husbandry care for a variety of animal species in the Vivaria, in accordance to standardized processes and procedures. The role uses their knowledge and practical skills to provide a high standard of care to the animals.

Education:

High School Diploma. Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Research Lab Animal Technician (RLAT) certificate an asset.

Experience:

Two years of hands-on animal care experience in a research or teaching environment.

Skills:

• Ability to complete basic animal nursing care (i.e., wound care, pill administration, SC, IP and IM injections) and complete the appropriate documentation.
• Effective communication skills to communicate procedures and processes to Vivaria users.
• Ability to observe and assess health status in rodents, rabbits, amphibians, and non-human primates. Record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety and/or infection control standards.
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Knowledge of the use and maintenance of laboratory facilities and/or equipment.
• Knowledge of animal husbandry requirements, methods, and techniques.
• Knowledge of sterile procedures.
• Ability to establish and/or maintain veterinary/animal husbandry records.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and remain calm under high pressure.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook at moderate proficiency.

Additional Notes:

Hours of work: Mondays to Fridays, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Weekend work required based on operational needs.

The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.

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