Research Animal Caretaker

Labcorp•Madison, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Research Animal Caretaker to join its team in Madison, Wisconsin. The role involves caring for and handling animals in support of health surveillance, diagnosis, and treatment for toxicity studies. The caretaker works with various professionals to ensure compliance with applicable laws and guidelines, with animal health, welfare, and a Culture of Care as key priorities. The role supports multiple species and includes husbandry, study-related tasks, technical procedures, and clinical sampling.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Life Science discipline (such as Biology, Wildlife, Pre-veterinary, Zoology, or Animal Science), or an Associate degree in Laboratory Animal Technology or Veterinary Technology plus at least 6 months of experience in clinical support, laboratory animal care, or assisting veterinary or research staff in a regulated laboratory or research environment.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
Comfortable working in environments that follow strict sanitation and animal care protocols.
Exceptional customer service.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
Comfortable working under minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

AALAS Certification.
At least 6 months of related animal care experience or relevant certifications, including husbandry, veterinary assistance, or laboratory support.

Responsibilities

Care for and handle animals according to regulatory guidelines and ethical principles.
Perform animal husbandry duties and report care concerns.
Learn and apply regulatory requirements and animal behavior techniques.
Clean and maintain equipment and animal areas.
Prepare for and receive new animals, monitor their health, and document relevant information.
Collect and review data according to study plans and maintain accurate records.
Work with multiple species and support study-related tasks.
Perform technical procedures and clinical sampling on various species.
Support other departments with tasks such as animal restraint and blood collection.
Identify and communicate potential process improvements.
Assist with health surveillance, diagnosis, and treatment for toxicity studies.
Work with various professionals to ensure compliance with laws and guidelines and uphold animal welfare.