Vivarium Care & Cage Hygiene Technician

Planet Pharma; Stilwell (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma in Stilwell, KS, is seeking an entry-level vivarium assistant to help maintain clean housing for laboratory animals and assist with prep of study materials.

Duties include cleaning cages, operating cage wash equipment, receiving and storing supplies, and assisting with environmental enrichment; no prior experience required. The role requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and willingness to work evenings or weekends; maximum pay rate is $19 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in wet/humid environments.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize animal cages and related items.
• Operate and maintain automated cage wash equipment.
• Prepare housing for new animals and assist with receiving animals.
• Report equipment repair needs to maintenance staff.
• Sanitize floors, walls and surfaces in cage wash areas and labs.
• Maintain cleanliness of cage wash area and storage areas.
• Perform animal care tasks such as changing liners and sanitizing rooms.
• Receive, store and distribute animal husbandry supplies.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and calibration of instruments in assigned area.
• Prepare environmental enrichment items (edible and durable).
• Operate basic lab equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Prepare study and colony supplies as needed.

Skills

Problem solving

Verbal & written communication

Flexible hours

Time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Planet Pharma in Stilwell, KS, is seeking an entry-level vivarium assistant to help maintain clean housing for laboratory animals and assist with prep of study materials.

Duties include cleaning cages, operating cage wash equipment, receiving and storing supplies, and assisting with environmental enrichment; no prior experience required. The role requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and willingness to work evenings or weekends; maximum pay rate is $19 per hour.