Laboratory Animal Technician I

Baylor College of Medicine • Houston, TX

409d • $35,591 - $38,830

About The Position

The Laboratory Animal Technician I position at the Center for Comparative Medicine is responsible for the care and husbandry of research animals, ensuring their health and well-being in compliance with established standards and regulations. This role involves working under general supervision to provide skilled care for a diverse group of laboratory animals, including USDA covered species, and requires alternating weekend and holiday work. The technician will also oversee the work of entry-level staff and ensure adherence to quality assurance standards.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• One year of relevant experience.
• Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS).

Nice To Haves

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides daily husbandry of laboratory animals including observation, handling, feeding, and sanitizing animal quarters.
• Handles and transports animals and bedding material safely and in compliance with regulations.
• Identifies and reports animal health concerns using an electronic medical record system.
• Reviews and complies with standard operating procedures and quality assurance standards.
• Oversees work areas to ensure task completion and accuracy of logs.
• Provides guidance and training to Animal Care Attendants.
• Recognizes and troubleshoots minor husbandry-related needs.
• Performs weaning and sexing of rodents.
• Tracks and enters husbandry-related charges.
• Demonstrates core values of respect, integrity, innovation, teamwork, and excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED