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Job Title: Large Animal Care Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Large Animal Care Technician to work independently in tasks that are routine yet complex. The role involves ensuring the humane care of a wide variety of laboratory animal species, including rodents, rabbits, birds, and frogs, while adhering to several established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

+ Perform all tasks of the Animal Cage Washer as needed, including cleaning, sanitizing, and sterilizing animal cages and related equipment.

+ Fill animal feeders and water bottles with the appropriate types and amounts of food and water according to schedules and instructions.

+ Use aseptic techniques and disease prevention principles in biological safety cabinets.

+ Transfer animals from soiled cages to clean, sterilized cages in accordance with detailed instructions.

+ Work under isolation conditions with specialized caging units while adhering to aseptic techniques.

+ Observe and report signs of animal injuries, illness, or irregularities in appearance, health, and environment.

+ Assist in providing routine treatments as instructed.

+ Perform euthanasia following detailed training and instructions.

+ Receive and process incoming animals and materials, assisting in examining animals for compliance with specifications.

+ Assist in maintaining colonies of genetically altered rodents and perform data collection as required.

+ Maintain accurate records of animal care, including food and water consumption and environmental factors.

+ Calculate the animal census and report deviations to the supervisor.

+ Maintain adequate stock of feed, bedding, and other supplies.

+ Report to the supervisor the need for repairs to cages and support equipment.

+ Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on automated watering systems and other equipment.

+ Collect, process, and remove waste materials, following appropriate disposal procedures.

+ Observe all safety policies and procedures, using equipment and chemical treatments properly.

+ Use personal protective equipment as required.

+ Follow good laboratory practice and housekeeping procedures.

+ Maintain equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition.

+ Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

+ Knowledge of basic animal husbandry and research techniques.

+ Understanding of basic scientific terminology and measuring devices.

+ Knowledge of asepsis, disease control and prevention, and isolation techniques.

+ Familiarity with current regulations for the care and use of laboratory animals.

+ Ability to handle, restrain, and determine the sex of laboratory animals safely.

+ Competence in following detailed oral and written instructions.

+ Proficiency in reading and writing for record maintenance.

+ Flexibility to work weekends and holidays.

+ Ability to interact respectfully with faculty, students, staff, and visitors.

+ Capability to discuss animal-related projects with investigators.

+ Physical ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.

+ Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification from the American Association of Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) required.

Work Environment

Animal Research Lab with a 1st shift opening, requiring availability for weekend work as needed. The regular hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. 

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Baltimore,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.