Vivarium Technician: Precise Animal Care & Lab Sanitation

Trinity University; Trinity (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity University is seeking a Vivarium Technician to maintain the animal care facility and provide high-quality husbandry for research animals. The role involves operating facility equipment and supporting daily animal care with minimal supervision.

Candidates should be self-motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented. Preferred credentials include AALAS ALAT certification and ability to pass a background check. Exemption status is non-exempt.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in biology or animal sciences.
• One year of experience in animal care, laboratory animal husbandry, veterinary care, research support, or related setting.
• Three years of experience in animal care, laboratory animal husbandry, veterinary care, research support, or related setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides daily husbandry for multiple laboratory animal species, including health checks and observations; feeding; monitoring watering systems; changing and cleaning cages and related accessories; safely handling animals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organization

Written communication

Verbal communication

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in biology or animal sciences

Job description

Trinity University is seeking a Vivarium Technician to maintain the animal care facility and provide high-quality husbandry for research animals. The role involves operating facility equipment and supporting daily animal care with minimal supervision.

Candidates should be self-motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented. Preferred credentials include AALAS ALAT certification and ability to pass a background check. Exemption status is non-exempt.