Microbiology Lab Animal Care Tech — Growth & Benefits

Inside Higher Ed; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 21,270 - 31,202; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition benefits

Wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Philadelphia is seeking a Laboratory Animal Assistant (Microbiology) to provide animal care while adhering to federal and local regulations. Responsibilities include mouse husbandry, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring cleanliness. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED and ideally have 1-2 years of related experience. The position offers health benefits, professional development opportunities, and the possibility of flexible work resources.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Comfortable working with animals and in full PPE.

Responsibilities

• Provide laboratory animal care following safety regulations.
• Perform mouse husbandry and maintain laboratory cleanliness.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Attention to detail

Animal handling

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Job description

A leading educational institution in Philadelphia is seeking a Laboratory Animal Assistant (Microbiology) to provide animal care while adhering to federal and local regulations. Responsibilities include mouse husbandry, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring cleanliness. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED and ideally have 1-2 years of related experience. The position offers health benefits, professional development opportunities, and the possibility of flexible work resources.