Animal Research Technician: Lab Animal Care & Trials

Clingroup; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life, and_dis_

Up to 3 weeks PTO

401(k) with company match up to 5%

Job summary

Clinvet NY – Waverly, NY, seeks an Animal Research Technician to support study coordinators and researchers in routine and advanced activities and in maintaining high standards of animal welfare and facility operations.

The role involves handling animals, collecting specimens, administering treatments, and ensuring accurate data records, with a 40-hour work week and a typical 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM schedule. USDA-licensed, AAALAC-accredited facility offers benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma + 3 years of lab animal experience or an Associate/Bachelor in animal science with related experience.
• Experience with record-keeping and data entry for animal studies.
• Ability to observe, record, and report changes in animal health and behavior.

Responsibilities

• Assist with study activities and technical procedures following established protocols.
• Handle and restrain animals as directed.
• Observe and report changes in animal health, behavior, or consumption patterns.
• Collect specimens (e.g., blood, parasites, microbiological swabs) for analysis.
• Accurately record and maintain study and animal health data.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Prepare and manage feeds and specialized diets.
• Provide pre- and post-operative care.
• Receive, transport, and/or ship animals.
• Feed, water, groom, and exercise animals.
• Clean and sanitize animal rooms, cages, and equipment.
• Transfer animals, supplies, and equipment as needed.

Skills

Animal handling

Data recording

Observation reporting

Education

High school diploma + 3 years of lab animal experience

Associate degree/certification in animal science + 2 years

Bachelor’s degree in animal science + 1 year

Job description

Clinvet NY – Waverly, NY, seeks an Animal Research Technician to support study coordinators and researchers in routine and advanced activities and in maintaining high standards of animal welfare and facility operations.

The role involves handling animals, collecting specimens, administering treatments, and ensuring accurate data records, with a 40-hour work week and a typical 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM schedule. USDA-licensed, AAALAC-accredited facility offers benefits and growth opportunities.