Animal Care Tech

Mykelly; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Safe environment

Development opportunities

Supervisory potential

Job summary

Mykelly is seeking an Animal Care Technician II in Atlanta, GA to provide daily care for research animals, maintain clean facilities, monitor health, and assist with procedures. You will help ensure regulatory compliance and support training of staff.

Candidates may have a Bachelor's or Associate in Animal Science with relevant lab or veterinary experience, ALAT certification, and a valid Georgia driver’s license. Lifting up to 50 lbs and teamwork are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher with experience in veterinary or animal lab setting.
• ALAT certification or LAT within one year of hire.
• Valid Georgia Driver’s License.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for research animals (feeding, watering, cage changes).
• Sanitize facilities and equipment to maintain cleanliness and biohazard control.
• Monitor and record animal health, environmental conditions, and population records.
• Assist with laboratory procedures (blood withdrawal, sample collection, medications).
• Ensure compliance with regulations for animal care.
• Assist in training and supervision of other staff as needed.
• Provide pre- and post-operative care for animals.
• Maintain equipment and keep the facility organized and safe.

Skills

Observing animal health

Administering medications

Basic lab procedures

Teamwork

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science

Associate’s Degree in Animal Science

High School Diploma or equivalent

ALAT Certification

Job description

Feeling stuck? Put your career in motion with a great, new opportunity. Join the Kelly® team as an Animal Care Technician II to work at a leading research organization in Atlanta, GA. We’re here every step of the way to help you and your career be the best it can be. Bring your energy and expertise. We’ll help you get where you want to be.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $40,300 – $47,400 per year

Shift: 1st

Why you should apply to be Animal Care Technician II:

• Competitive pay and benefits that value your expertise
  
• Opportunity to work with a respected organization supporting critical research
  
• Safe, clean, and supportive work environment
  
• Professional development and potential for supervisory responsibilities

What’s a typical day as Animal Care Technician II? You’ll be:

• Providing daily care for research animals, including feeding, watering, and changing cages and racks
  
• Sanitizing animal facilities and equipment to maintain high standards of cleanliness and biohazard control
  
• Monitoring and recording animal health, environmental conditions, and population records
  
• Assisting with laboratory procedures such as withdrawing blood, collecting samples, and administering medications
  
• Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations for animal care
  
• Assisting in training and supervision of other animal care staff as needed
  
• Providing pre- and post-operative care and treatment for animals as assigned
  
• Maintaining equipment and ensuring the facility remains organized and safe

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science or related field with at least 1 year of experience in a veterinary or animal lab setting, OR
  
• Have an Associate’s Degree in Animal Science or related field with at least 2 years of experience in a veterinary or lab setting, OR
  
• Have a High School Diploma or equivalent with at least 3 years of experience in a veterinary or lab setting
  
• Possess ALAT Certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS), and are willing or able to obtain LAT Certification within one year of hire
  
• Hold a valid Georgia Driver’s License
  
• Are knowledgeable in federal, state, and local animal care regulations
  
• Have strong skills in observing animal health, administering medications, and basic lab procedures
  
• Are able to lift up to 50 lbs and work both independently and as part of a team