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Job Title: Animal Care Lab Technician

Where compassion meets science — and every day makes a difference.

About the Role

Are you passionate about animal welfare and scientific discovery? Join our team as an Animal Care Lab Technician and become a vital part of a mission-driven environment where your work directly supports groundbreaking research and the well-being of animal colonies. This isn't just a job — it's a chance to make a real impact.

You'll be hands-on with animal care, monitoring health and behavior, administering treatments, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. You'll also be a go-to expert for researchers and staff, helping ensure humane and effective animal handling across the facility.

What You’ll Do

+ Monitor animal health: Spot signs of illness, stress, or behavioral changes with a keen eye and compassionate care.

+ Deliver specialized care: Administer treatments, collect samples, and support animals before and after procedures.

+ Keep meticulous records: Ensure compliance with institutional and federal standards.

+ Provide husbandry services: Feed, clean, and care for animals in diverse colonies.

+ Maintain safe environments: Sanitize and decontaminate rooms and equipment in BL2-level areas.

+ Be a resource: Train staff and advise researchers on best practices in animal handling and care.

+ Operate and troubleshoot equipment: Keep our washing centers running smoothly.

+ Support logistics: Safely transport animals and materials between locations.

What You Bring

+ A strong sense of responsibility and empathy for animals.

+ Ability to follow detailed protocols and recognize health indicators.

+ Comfort with both simple and complex documentation.

+ Basic computer skills and email proficiency.

+ Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform manual tasks.

Qualifications

+ High school diploma with 4 years of experience (2 in a related field), or Associate’s Degree with 2 years of related experience.

+ ALAT certification (preferred but not required).

+ Strong manual dexterity and a commitment to safety.

Work Environment & Schedule

+ Training period: 12 weeks, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM.

+ Post-training schedule: Friday–Tuesday, 7:00–3:00 or 8:00–4:00, with a 10% weekend shift differential.

+ Essential role: Must report during holidays and inclement weather.

+ PPE required: Gloves and gown provided.

+ Parking: Staff pays for parking.

Why Join Us?

This is more than a technical role — it's a chance to be part of a team that values integrity, compassion, and scientific progress. You'll work in a supportive environment with transparent training, clear expectations, and the opportunity to grow your skills while making a meaningful contribution.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire 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.