Lab Animal Care Technician — Research Facility

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont is seeking an Animal Care Worker to perform day-to-day animal care in the university's research facility under supervision, following established SOPs and regulations. You will operate autoclave and cage cleaning equipment, ensure proper housing, feed and observe animals daily, and maintain accurate records of husbandry and health checks.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and adherence to animal welfare guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license and UVM drivers check required.

Responsibilities

• Care for animals daily, ensure proper identification, feeding, and observation.
• Maintain husbandry records and health check animals daily.
• Assist technicians with medical treatments as needed.
• Follow SOPs, QA and welfare guidelines in The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.

Skills

Animal care

Animal handling

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Autoclave operation

Cage cleaning equipment

Job description

University of Vermont is seeking an Animal Care Worker to perform day-to-day animal care in the university's research facility under supervision, following established SOPs and regulations. You will operate autoclave and cage cleaning equipment, ensure proper housing, feed and observe animals daily, and maintain accurate records of husbandry and health checks.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and adherence to animal welfare guidelines.