Laboratory Animal Technician I

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia State University is seeking a Laboratory Animal Technician I for its Division of Animal Resources. The role focuses on providing care for animals used in research and teaching, ensuring compliance with regulations, while offering a flexible work environment and robust benefits.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Generous benefits including health and dental

Tuition assistance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and one year of related experience.
• Must demonstrate skills in animal care and monitoring health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provides animal care and maintains routine records.
• Handles non-human primates and rodents in accordance with established procedures.
• Sanitizes animal rooms and equipment as part of daily duties.

Skills

Animal husbandry

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Division of Animal Resources

University Research Services & Administration

Georgia State University

The Division of Animal Resources (DAR) is a unit of the Office of the Vice President for Research & Economic Development. The primary objective of the Animal Resource program is to facilitate the use of animals in research and teaching at Georgia State University while assuring compliance with all applicable regulations. The Animal Resources program maintains responsibilities in animal procurement, animal housing and daily care, the provision of veterinary care, health surveillance and preventative care, assisting investigators and their staff with animal procedures, and the care, maintenance and replacement of relevant equipment and facilities.

Division of Animal Resources

University Research Services & Administration

Georgia State University

The Division of Animal Resources (DAR) is a unit of the Office of the Vice President for Research & Economic Development. The primary objective of the Animal Resource program is to facilitate the use of animals in research and teaching at Georgia State University while assuring compliance with all applicable regulations. The Animal Resources program maintains responsibilities in animal procurement, animal housing and daily care, the provision of veterinary care, health surveillance and preventative care, assisting investigators and their staff with animal procedures, and the care, maintenance and replacement of relevant equipment and facilities.

The Division of Animal Resources at Georgia State University is seeking to hire a Lab Animal Technician I.

WHAT MAKES UNIVERSITY RESEARCH SERVICES & ADMINISTRATION A GREAT PLACE?

• A flexible work environment
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunities and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
  
  
  

What Will You Do: This position provides animal care and maintains routine records according to clearly defined standard operating procedures, federal guidelines and regulations. Continual training is provided, and work is reviewed on a regular basis through observation of procedures and review of records to ensure compliance.

Errors in following verbal and written instructions regarding the basic care of the animals could jeopardize the health and safety of employees and animals. Such errors may result in injury, illness or loss of research. Employees face potential exposure to animals that may bite and/or scratch or be diseased. Employees lift, carry, push and pull heavy loads on an intermittent basis and work with chemicals and automated equipment. Operational hours are 9:00 AM - 5:45 PM and may work some weekends. The Schedule will be determined by the manager and the employee.

Duties And Responsibilities Include:

• Feeds and waters animals and perform other routine animal husbandry activities (cage changes, health checks, census) for non-human primates and rodents.
• Observes and communicates animal health conditions to appropriate personnel.
• Maintains routine record keeping of such items as environmental conditions, animal inventory and daily husbandry activities.
• Sanitizes cage systems, animal rooms and support areas using automated and manual equipment.
• Performs work under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director/Supervisor.
• Handles and restrains animals according to instructions and protocol.
• May be responsible for euthanasia, limited anesthesia, physical exams, and administering medication according to veterinary direction.
• Performs other professional related duties as assigned.
  
  
  

High school diploma or GED and one year of related experience.

College/Business Unit: Research & Sponsored Programs

Department: Animal Resources

Location: Atlanta Campus

Shift: 8:30AM - 5:15PM

Salary : $32,520 - $44,000

Pay Grade: 7

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Job Posting: 06/18/25, 2:29:59 PM

07/02/25, 10:59:00 PM

Special Instructions: To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents::

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 3 Professional References
  
  
  

Georgia State University Values: : COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place

Equal Employment Opportunity: : Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy),, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions., This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests.

Please note, Georgia State University’s career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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