Animal Technician

Animal Technician Job Number: 24416 Functional Area: Research - Other Department: Division of Comparative Medicine School Area: VP Research Employment Type: Full-Time Employment Category: Non-Exempt Visa Sponsorship Available: No Schedule: 40 hrs/wk, including some weekends Email a Friend Save Save Apply Now Job Description ANIMAL TECHNICIAN, Division of Comparative Medicine (DCM) (multiple openings), to perform, under the supervision of the area supervisor or direction of a lead technician, any and all duties involved in the care of research animals at the Whitehead and/or MIT campus as assigned. Will maintain proper levels of food and water for animals in accordance with established standard operating procedures; clean and/or change animal cages/pens/trays; handle/move all animals including larger animals from one cage/pen to another; monitor environmental controls to ensure that temperature and humidity conditions in animal quarters are within specified limits and report discrepancies; operate cage wash equipment in order to wash cages, trays, water bottles, and related caging and equipment; use other cleaning equipment as assigned; perform additional housekeeping functions such as cleaning laboratory walls, floors, etc., in animal facilities; monitor animal wellbeing and health, record data on cage cards, post appropriate cage cards, and report illnesses to the veterinary staff, area supervisor, or lead technician; remove, identify, and store deceased animals; and perform related duties or caretaking functions as assigned. Job Requirements REQUIRED: High school diploma or its equivalent; knowledge of and ability to work with animals and a commitment to their well-being; willingness to participate in classes, seminars, and training programs to enhance understanding of laboratory animal care and use; and ability to lift 50 lbs. and to read, write, and speak in the English language. PREFERRED: At least one year of animal care experience. Job #24416 A work week that includes Saturdays and Sundays will be required. All animal technicians are classified as "essential personnel" and are required to report to work regardless of emergency Institute closings. Newly hired, uncertified animal technicians will be paid 85% of the bottom rate in effect at the time of hire. 9/24/2024

Created: 2024-11-02