Lab Animal Care Technician: Precise, Compassionate Care

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

Job summary

Ohio State University seeks an Animal Care Technician to join the ULAR Administration and Fiscal team. You will provide daily care for laboratory animals, including feeding, housing, sanitation, and record-keeping.

You will operate equipment and support health monitoring in a dynamic research environment. The role requires attention to detail, the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
• Six (6) months’ work experience providing direct care for animals in a program setting or facility.
• Current AALAS registration as Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care of laboratory animals: feeding, watering, housing and sanitation of enclosures.
• Observe health conditions and report findings; maintain accurate records and inventory via electronic systems.
• Operate and maintain equipment such as rack washers, tunnel washers and autoclaves.
• Support a team and adapt to varying tasks; ensure safety and compliance with SOPs.

Skills

Autonomy

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AALAS registration (Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician)

Job description

Ohio State University seeks an Animal Care Technician to join the ULAR Administration and Fiscal team. You will provide daily care for laboratory animals, including feeding, housing, sanitation, and record-keeping.

You will operate equipment and support health monitoring in a dynamic research environment. The role requires attention to detail, the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team, and strong communication skills.