Lab Animal Technician II — Care & Enrichment

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and holidays

Metro U-Pass

Retirement plan (403b)

Tuition assistance for family

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a dedicated animal care technician to provide daily husbandry for dunnarts and rodents, ensuring clean habitats, proper feeding, and enrichment.

The role requires routine health observation and timely reporting to veterinary staff, with strict adherence to safety and waste protocols. Candidates should have an Associate degree and related certifications; no prior experience is required beyond enthusiasm for animal care and ability to work rotating weekends

Qualifications

• Experience with laboratory animal care and SOP adherence.
• Ability to lift and move supplies; work in a high-noise environment.
• Attention to safety protocols and waste disposal procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document daily husbandry care for dunnarts and rodents.
• Sanitize rooms, disinfect areas, rotate cages and stock supplies.
• Observe animals daily and report health concerns to veterinary staff.
• Handle hazardous wastes according to SOPs.
• May train junior technicians as required.

Skills

Biomedical Research

English Language

Heavy Lifting

Quality Care

SOP Writing

Education

Associate degree

ALAT certification (AALAS)

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a dedicated animal care technician to provide daily husbandry for dunnarts and rodents, ensuring clean habitats, proper feeding, and enrichment.

The role requires routine health observation and timely reporting to veterinary staff, with strict adherence to safety and waste protocols. Candidates should have an Associate degree and related certifications; no prior experience is required beyond enthusiasm for animal care and ability to work rotating weekends