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Animal Care Technician

Work type: Full Time

Categories: Staff, Research: Biotechnology and the Life Sciences, Researchers and Research Support, Institutional Research, CFHE

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Job Summary

The Animal Care Technician (BioResearch Technician) will perform all tasks related to the day-to-day operation of the animal research facility which include animal care and husbandry and facility sanitization and maintenance. The BioResearch Technician also will support basic research procedures, as directed by the Operations Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

+ High School diploma or equivalent

+ Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience with laboratory rodent husbandry

Applicants must meet stated minimum education and experience requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

+ AVMA accredited associates degree in Veterinary Technology or Laboratory Animal Science

+ AALAS certification

+ Experience working in a scientific or research environment

+ Experience with anesthesia procedures or surgery

+ Experience with management of transgenic animal lines

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Excellent interpersonal skills; the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

+ Basic knowledge of federal regulations regarding animal maintenance and handling

+ Knowledge of the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals (“the Guide”)

+ Ability to work cooperatively with supervisor, faculty, technicians, animal care workers, inspectors and veterinarians

+ Experience sanitizing rooms and equipment

+ Ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports as mandated by the Animal Welfare Act and “the Guide”

+ Ability to make careful observation and objective assessment

+ Basic knowledge of research animal biology, husbandry and health

+ Knowledge of basic animal research procedures

+ Ability to work well in a team environment

+ Ability to anticipate and solve problems

+ Ability to work independently

Shift

7:30am to 4pm, rotating weekends and/or holidays

Travel

No travel

Driving

No Driving

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $22.50 - $23.75 / hr

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact [email protected].

Job Posted Date

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu) (https://hr.rpi.edu/benefits) .

Rensselaer is committed to the cultivation of a community that is welcoming, inclusive, and above all values learning. We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.

Advertised: 28 Jul 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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