• Lab Technician

    Actalent (New Haven, CT)


    Job Title: Animal Care Technician

    Job Description

    We are seeking an Animal Care Lab Technician to support the health and welfare of research animals and maintain high standards of care within our animal facilities. This role involves monitoring animal health, administering treatments, maintaining detailed records, and ensuring facility cleanliness and compliance with regulatory standards.

    Responsibilities

    + Monitor and assess animals for signs of illness, stress, or abnormal behavior

    + Administer medications and treatments under veterinary guidance; collect samples and provide procedural care

    + Maintain accurate records in compliance with institutional, local, and federal regulations

    + Provide daily husbandry and specialized care for animal colonies

    + Sanitize and decontaminate animal rooms and equipment, including BL2-level areas

    + Advise research staff on animal handling, restraint, and care procedures

    + Train staff on sanitation protocols and animal care techniques

    + Maintain and rotate equipment in facility washing centers

    + Operate and troubleshoot animal care processing equipment

    + Manage inventory of supplies and materials

    + Transport animals and materials between facilities using proper handling protocols

    + Perform additional duties as assigned

    Essential Skills

    + Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures and detailed protocols

    + Recognize signs of health, illness, and distress in animals

    + Read and interpret written instructions, forms, and notes

    + Basic computer skills and email monitoring

    Qualifications

    + High school diploma and four years of work experience (two years in a related field), or Associate’s Degree with two years of related experience

    + ALAT certification (American Association of Laboratory Animal Science) preferred

    + Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity

     

    Work Environment

     

    + Weekend shifts required; no evening hours

    + Includes a 12-week training/probation period with structured onboarding and progress tracking

    + Training schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM

    + Post-training schedule: Friday–Tuesday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM or 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (includes 10% weekend shift differential)

    + Staff must work designated holidays and recess days; straight pay plus floating holiday time for hours worked

    + Attendance is essential, including during inclement weather and holidays

    + PPE includes gloves and gown; parking fees apply

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of New Haven, CT.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $60000.00/yr.

     

    Great opportunity to work at a well known organization doing meaningful work

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in New Haven,CT.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 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.