Animal Resources Technician

Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute•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 across multiple species, including observing, handling and restraining animals; feeding and watering them; changing cages and racks; and sanitizing animal quarters and equipment. The technician uses the supplies and equipment needed to perform these duties and maintains daily records for animals and room environments in accordance with LBRI quality assurance standards and regulations. The role also maintains the cleanliness of the cage wash area, warehouse, diet kitchen, and animal equipment storage areas, and performs other related duties as assigned. Work is performed in laboratory and vivarium or animal-housing environments, in close proximity to research animals. Areas may contain hazardous materials or infectious agents, and vaccinations may be required. The technician wears personal protective equipment, which may include a respirator. Lovelace Biomedical is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, and one year of demonstrated work experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience providing 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 activities described, including frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in laboratory and vivarium/animal-housing environments and wear required personal protective equipment, which may include a respirator.
May be required to work where hazardous materials and/or infectious agents are present, which may require vaccinations.

Responsibilities

Provide daily husbandry for 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.
Operate and use supplies and equipment needed to perform 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.