Animal Resources Technician

The Mind Research Network•Albuquerque, NM

About The Position

Under general supervision of Comparative Medicine Management and/or staff veterinarians, the Animal Resources Technician cares for animals and cleans facilities used in experimental and breeding colonies. The role provides daily husbandry for laboratory animals of multiple species, including observation, handling and restraint, feeding and watering, changing cages and racks, and sanitizing animal quarters and equipment. The technician uses the supplies and equipment required for husbandry duties and maintains daily records for animals and room environments in accordance with LBRI quality assurance standards and regulations. The position also maintains cleanliness in the cage wash area, warehouse, diet kitchen, and animal equipment storage areas, and performs other related duties as required or assigned. Work takes place in laboratory and vivarium/animal housing environments. The technician works near research animals and may work in areas where hazardous materials or infectious agents are present, which may require vaccinations. Personal protective equipment may include a respirator. Reasonable accommodation is available to employees with disabilities who require it to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, and one year of demonstrated work experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience that provides comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Professional-level communication skills.
Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
Availability to work scheduled shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Ability to perform the physical tasks described, including frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Provide daily husbandry of laboratory animals of multiple species, including observation, handling and restraint, feeding and watering, and changing cages and racks.
Clean and sanitize animal quarters and equipment.
Use supplies and equipment necessary to perform animal husbandry duties.
Maintain daily records for animals and room environments in accordance with LBRI quality assurance standards and regulations.
Maintain cleanliness of the cage wash area, warehouse, diet kitchen, and animal equipment storage areas.
Perform other related duties and tasks as required or assigned.