Hands-On Animal Research Technician | On-Site

Clingroup; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO 3 weeks

401(k) match

Retention bonus

Job summary

Clinvet NY in Waverly, NY is seeking an Animal Research Technician to support study coordinators and researchers, performing routine and advanced procedures while maintaining high standards of animal welfare and facility operations on-site.

Typical schedule is 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, full-time 40 hours weekly, with every-other weekend and potential holiday/overtime. Compensation ranges from $20.00–$22.00 per hour, plus health/dental/vision insurance, up to 3 weeks PTO, and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus 3 years of lab animal experience or an Associate degree/certification in animal science with 2 years experience or a Bachelor’s degree in animal science with 1 year experience.
• Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

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

Lab animal experience

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma + 3 years lab animal experience

Associate degree in animal science + 2 years experience

Bachelor’s degree in animal science + 1 year of experience

Job description

Clinvet NY in Waverly, NY is seeking an Animal Research Technician to support study coordinators and researchers, performing routine and advanced procedures while maintaining high standards of animal welfare and facility operations on-site.

Typical schedule is 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, full-time 40 hours weekly, with every-other weekend and potential holiday/overtime. Compensation ranges from $20.00–$22.00 per hour, plus health/dental/vision insurance, up to 3 weeks PTO, and a 401(k) with company match.