Laboratory Animal Trainer

Job Responsibilities:

• Handle mice and rats safely while assessing animal health, pain, and distress.
• Deliver hands-on training in dosing, bleeding, anesthesia monitoring, and other study support procedures.
• Conduct classroom training sessions and participate in recurring training meetings.
• Review and update SOPs, training materials, and Computer-Based Training (CBT) modules.
• Coordinate and schedule global training activities.
• Work with trainers, veterinarians, IACUC, and subject matter experts.
• Maintain training records and perform data entry in electronic management systems.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage training colonies and maintain animal records.
• Collaborate with research teams to develop new procedures under leadership guidance.

Skills:

• Laboratory animal handling (mice and rats)
• Hands-on training and coaching
• Rodent dosing, bleeding, and anesthesia monitoring
• Knowledge of IACUC, AAALAC, and Animal Welfare Regulations
• SOP and training documentation
• Data entry and electronic record management
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a research environment
• Attention to detail and regulatory compliance

Education/Experience:

• BS/BA degree with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in laboratory animal training and rodent handling.
• Knowledge of The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Preferred: LATG certification.
• Preferred: Pharmaceutical industry and/or laboratory animal training experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for extended periods, wear PPE (including N-95 or PAPR), and work in Biosafety Cabinets.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.