Research Study Technician - Animal Operations (Early Talent)

Labcorp seeks a recent or upcoming graduate for a Research Study Technician role supporting animal operations in Greenfield, Indiana. The position involves conducting preclinical safety and toxicity studies on laboratory animals while maintaining high standards of animal care and welfare.

Responsibilities

• Conduct animal research studies evaluating drug safety, effectiveness, and toxicity in early development phases
• Perform husbandry duties, dosing techniques, and blood collection on small and large animals
• Collect biological samples and perform basic measurements including body weight, food consumption, temperature, and blood pressure
• Monitor animal behavior for changes and report concerns to supervisor
• Perform medical imaging and maintain AAALAC compliance standards for animal care and welfare

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Biology, Wildlife Studies, or related life science field
• Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or Nursing, or 2+ years college coursework in related sciences with 1-2 years hands-on animal care in research or farming
• Comfort working with small and large animals in research environments
• Ability to assess and communicate species-specific behavioral observations using professional terminology
• Experience with standard laboratory equipment such as scales, measures, and pipetting preferred
• AALAS Certification preferred but not required

Compensation: $22/hr, with potential $.50 increase after training period based on performance