Research Animal Care Technician

Tulane University Translational Science Institute; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University Translational Science Institute in Covington, Louisiana, seeks an Animal Care Technician to perform routine duties associated with animal care in a research environment. Responsibilities include preparing food, administering medications, and maintaining sanitary conditions for animals.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or related experience in animal husbandry. Weekend work and overtime hours are required, with the ability to comply with biosafety level 3 facility standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of animal husbandry or related animal care experience.
• Must comply with biosafety standards and safety precautions regarding hazardous agents.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine animal care duties in a research setting.
• Prepare food, observe animal conditions, and administer medications.
• Maintain sanitary conditions and assist in animal restraint.

Skills

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 lbs

Work with nonhuman primates and other laboratory animal species

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Tulane University Translational Science Institute in Covington, Louisiana, seeks an Animal Care Technician to perform routine duties associated with animal care in a research environment. Responsibilities include preparing food, administering medications, and maintaining sanitary conditions for animals.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or related experience in animal husbandry. Weekend work and overtime hours are required, with the ability to comply with biosafety level 3 facility standards.