Animal Care Technician — Research Lab Support

Mayo Clinic; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL is seeking an Animal Technician to provide care for animals used in research, including feeding, watering, sanitation and daily observation. The role follows NIH and IACUC guidelines, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

An On‑Demand pre-recorded interview is part of the selection process, and training will be provided. Applicants should have a high school diploma; 1–2 years of animal handling preferred; ALAT certification after 2 years’ experience; U.S.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma.
• Ability to follow NIH Guide, AAALAC guidelines and IACUC procedures.
• Above-average manual dexterity; stand >50% of the time; lift up to 50 pounds; bend or squat; arms overhead.
• 1–2 years animal handling preferred.
• ALAT certification after 2 years’ experience on the job.
• U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care to animals used in research, including feeding, watering, sanitation, observation and room cleaning.
• Participate in the OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview process as part of selection.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Lifting 50 lbs

Independent worker

Teamwork

Procedural discipline

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL is seeking an Animal Technician to provide care for animals used in research, including feeding, watering, sanitation and daily observation. The role follows NIH and IACUC guidelines, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

An On‑Demand pre-recorded interview is part of the selection process, and training will be provided. Applicants should have a high school diploma; 1–2 years of animal handling preferred; ALAT certification after 2 years’ experience; U.S.