Laboratory Animal Care Technician | Research Facility

Arena Technical Resources, LLC (ATR); Kannapolis (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Arena Technical Resources, LLC (ATR) in Kannapolis, NC is seeking an Animal Care Technician to provide routine care for research animals, monitor room conditions, and support veterinary procedures. The role requires handling and restraining animals, maintaining records, and following SOPs to prevent contamination.

The successful candidate will have an AA degree in animal science or related field (HS diploma required), prior animal care experience, and the ability to obtain ALAT certification

Qualifications

• AA degree in animal science or related science preferred; HS diploma required.
• Previous laboratory animal experience in a professional setting.
• ALAT certification preferred, or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Capable of performing basic animal care with guidance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine care to laboratory animals including feeding, watering, handling, and cage changes.
• Monitor environmental conditions in the animal room.
• Observe animals daily and report health or behavioral changes to a supervisor.
• Restrain and position animals for procedures and examinations.
• Assist with medications per veterinary orders and support euthanasia protocols as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and decontamination of animal areas per SOPs.

Skills

AA degree

Animal lab experience

ALAT certification

Communication

Physical ability

Education

HS diploma

AA degree in animal science

Bachelors degree related field

Job description

Arena Technical Resources, LLC (ATR) in Kannapolis, NC is seeking an Animal Care Technician to provide routine care for research animals, monitor room conditions, and support veterinary procedures. The role requires handling and restraining animals, maintaining records, and following SOPs to prevent contamination.

The successful candidate will have an AA degree in animal science or related field (HS diploma required), prior animal care experience, and the ability to obtain ALAT certification