Animal Technician

Lab And Research Assistant 1 Non-Exempt

Job Family: Lab and Research Support

Time Type: Full time

Compensation Rate: $20.00 per hour

Job Profile Summary: Provides routine, technical, and administrative support to research projects to ensure established protocols and procedures are followed for the lab. Responsible for following lab safety standards.

Job Description: Arizona State University and The Department of Animal Care & Technologies is looking to hire an Animal Technician.

The Animal Technician role is an entry level position - the first in a series of four vivarium staff positions which report to the vivarium supervisors (Animal Technician, Animal Technician Sr., Animal Technologist, Animal Technologist Lead). ASU's Department of Animal Care and Technologies strives to develop our staff's skills and promote within the department, so this is an excellent opportunity to join our animal care team in our mission to provide quality care for the animals who serve to advance science and medicine.

Applications will be accepted and reviewed each week until positions are filled

As an Animal Technician you will be responsible for:

• Performing husbandry of laboratory animals (primarily rodents and non-human primates), including cleaning and preparing cages, cleaning rooms and equipment, providing food, water, and enrichment to animals, and completing documentation related to work activities.
• Monitoring and reporting animal health cases and administering medical treatments.
• Receiving animal and supply shipments.
• Assisting with rodent colony management, including humane euthanasia of rodents.
• Working individually and as part of a team to ensure that the animal care program remains compliant with all university, state, federal, and other regulations.

This position is primarily based out of the Tempe Campus; may include some work at the downtown Phoenix campus upon completion of essential training.

The standard work schedule is Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with all vivarium staff sharing in coverage for weekends and holidays. Weekend work includes working one or two weekend days as part of the regular schedule with alternative day(s) off during the work week. Weekend and holiday shifts are assigned after completion of essential training.

The following screenings are required and provided by ASU upon hire:

• Physical exam and fit testing for an N-95 respirator
• MMR and tetanus vaccinations
• Negative TB test

Essential Duties:

• Perform daily husbandry for animals, including feeding, watering, changing cages, and providing enrichment.
• Monitor room conditions; complete written and electronic daily records.
• Clean cages, equipment, animal holding rooms, and other areas of the facility.
• Operate cage washing and autoclave equipment.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment to meet the standards of the institution.
• Observe health and behavior of animals, report injuries or abnormalities to the veterinary team, and administer treatments as directed.
• Operate computer software for health case monitoring, observation logs, email, videoconferencing, data entry, and more.
• Maintain a respectful and friendly team attitude with coworkers, veterinary team, researchers, and administration staff.

Desired Qualifications:

• At least one year of animal husbandry experience or American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) ALAT (or higher) certification
• Experience working with rodents and non-human primates
• Experience working with animals in a research setting
• Evidence of effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Evidence of critical thinking and detail oriented skills
• Experience using Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) on Windows OS computers
• Knowledge of husbandry techniques for a variety of animal species

Working Environment:

• Work activities are primarily performed in a climate-controlled animal research setting, with essential precautions in place for safely working with biohazards, toxins, or chemicals that may be present; operation of large machinery.
• May be required to wear personal protective equipment when working in animal rooms and support spaces, including but not limited to scrubs, closed toe shoes, gloves, face mask or respirator, wrap around gown, water resistant coveralls, waterproof boots, hair bonnet, shoe covers, face shield or goggles.
• Work activities include long periods of standing and low-demand walking with frequent bending, reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds, pushing and pulling large wheeled racks and cages.
• Daily use of shared computers in a small office setting.
• A dynamic work environment may require the ability to quickly adjust priorities throughout the day.

Department Statement: ASU is committed to the ethical and humane treatment of animals in advancing research that benefits humans, animals, and the environment. ASU's Animal Care and Use Program provides animal housing, husbandry, and veterinary care; trains researchers on safe and ethical procedures; and ensures compliance with federal, state, and university regulations. The Department of Animal Care and Technologies (DACT) provides exemplary care to all animals housed on campus and technical support to all investigators and instructors who use animals to advance education and knowledge. Learn more about ASU's commitment to animal care at

Driving Requirement: Driving is not required for this position.

Location: Campus: Tempe

Funding: No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply: Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.