Animal Facility Assistant

St. Luke's Medical Center; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's Medical Center in Quezon City, Metro Manila, is seeking an Animal Facility Assistant to join our team in a full-time capacity. You will help maintain safe, clean, and humane conditions for laboratory animals and support our research initiatives under veterinary and senior staff supervision.

The role emphasizes daily animal care, health monitoring, and accurate record-keeping, with opportunities for professional development within the healthcare and research environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of any four year course.
• At least one year of laboratory animal care or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Daily care and maintenance of laboratory animals, including feeding, watering, and sanitation of animal housing facilities.
• Monitoring animal health and reporting any signs of illness or distress to senior staff.
• Maintaining detailed records of animal populations, housing assignments, and health observations.
• Assisting in the preparation of animals for procedures and studies under the supervision of veterinary and research staff.
• Performing routine cleaning and disinfection of cages, equipment, and facility areas according to established protocols.
• Assisting with inventory management of animal feed, bedding, and supplies.
• Supporting compliance with animal care regulations and institutional guidelines.

Skills

Animal care experience

Education

Four-year degree

Job description

About the role

St. Luke's Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Animal Facility Assistant to join our team in Quezon City, Metro Manila. This is a full-time position that plays a vital role in supporting our animal care operations and research initiatives. As an Animal Facility Assistant, you will be responsible for maintaining safe, clean, and humane conditions for laboratory animals whilst ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and institutional standards. This position is integral to the success of our medical research program and the welfare of our animal subjects.

Key responsibilities

• Daily care and maintenance of laboratory animals, including feeding, watering, and sanitation of animal housing facilities

• Monitoring animal health and reporting any signs of illness or distress to senior staff

• Maintaining detailed records of animal populations, housing assignments, and health observations

• Assisting in the preparation of animals for procedures and studies under the supervision of veterinary and research staff

• Performing routine cleaning and disinfection of cages, equipment, and facility areas according to established protocols

• Assisting with inventory management of animal feed, bedding, and supplies

• Supporting compliance with animal care regulations and institutional guideline

What we're looking for

• Graduate of any four year course

• At least one (1) year of laboratory animal care or related experience

What we offer

St. Luke's Medical Center is committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer competitive remuneration, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and opportunities for professional development within the healthcare sector. Our staff enjoy access to medical facilities and program designed to support physical and mental wellbeing. We foster a collaborative culture where team members are valued and encouraged to grow within their roles. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.