Lead Animal Technician - Research Facility

SciTech Services, Inc.; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Vacation

Sick leave

Job summary

SciTech Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Animal Technician in Athens, GA to lead daily animal care operations and ensure compliance with SOPs and AUPs.

The role includes feeding, monitoring wellbeing, records management, and coordinating with veterinarians and researchers. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 6 months poultry experience preferred, and the ability to pass a Tier 2 background check.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Animal care, handling, and methodologies in a research, agricultural, or veterinary setting.
• Follow detailed instructions, SOPs, and AUPs.
• Communicate using scientific/medical terminology.
• Must pass a federal Tier 2 background investigation.
• No Avian Contact attestation required.
• Lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Willing to work rotating schedules including weekends and holidays.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide animal caretaking: feeding, watering, cleaning, health monitoring.
• Conduct daily animal health checks and report abnormal conditions.
• Maintain animal records, census data, and environmental logs.
• Clean, sanitize, and disinfect housing areas and equipment.
• Operate facility equipment (autoclaves, incinerators, floor scrubbers, watering systems).
• Conduct minor medical treatments per veterinary staff directions.
• Assist with terminal study procedures per IACUC requirements.
• Handle general laundry and PPE supplies.

Skills

Animal care

SOP compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in animal science/biology

AALAS Certification (ALAT/LAT/LATg)

Job description

SciTech Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Animal Technician in Athens, GA to lead daily animal care operations and ensure compliance with SOPs and AUPs.

The role includes feeding, monitoring wellbeing, records management, and coordinating with veterinarians and researchers. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 6 months poultry experience preferred, and the ability to pass a Tier 2 background check.