Vivarium Technician: Animal Care & Lab Safety

Central Michigan University; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Michigan University is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support the vivarium and OLFS across campus. The role includes animal care, data collection, recordkeeping, and safety compliance under the supervision of the Vivarium Manager.

Qualified candidates have an associate degree (vet tech or basic science) or certification, with 1 year in a lab animal setting; strong MS Office skills and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs; willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in veterinary technology or basic science (or certification) is required.
• One year of experience in a lab animal vivarium or related setting.
• Strong skills with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and data collection systems.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Performs animal husbandry and handling per SOPs and safety guidelines.
• Maintains and records animal care and room information.
• Monitors animal health and reports deviations to staff.
• Assists with data collection, documentation, and recordkeeping.
• Operates equipment following safety guidelines; supports safety programs.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree in veterinary technology or basic science

Bachelor of Science (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Central Michigan University is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support the vivarium and OLFS across campus. The role includes animal care, data collection, recordkeeping, and safety compliance under the supervision of the Vivarium Manager.

Qualified candidates have an associate degree (vet tech or basic science) or certification, with 1 year in a lab animal setting; strong MS Office skills and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs; willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.