Animal Care Technician Confidential Palo Alto, CA Job Details Full-time $30 - $40 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Records management Laboratory standard operating procedures Documentation Handling Standard operating procedures (SOPs) Laboratory animal handling Full Job Description We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Animal Care Technician. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality husbandry and animal care in support of preclinical research studies. This role requires experience working with rodents and rabbits, a strong commitment to animal welfare, and the ability to maintain accurate records while working in a regulated laboratory animal environment. Responsibilities Perform daily husbandry duties for laboratory animals, including cage changing, feeding, watering, and environmental enrichment in an ABSL-2 animal facility. Ensure humane care and promote the health and welfare of all research animals in accordance with institutional and regulatory guidelines. Observe animals daily for health and behavioral abnormalities and promptly report concerns to the veterinary or research staff. Receive, inspect, unpack, identify, weigh, transport, and house incoming animals while maintaining accurate documentation. Perform animal identification using approved methods. Maintain accurate records of animal health observations, environmental conditions (temperature and humidity), and husbandry activities. Assist with routine animal procedures, including restraint, handling, injections via multiple administration routes, blood collection, and other procedures as directed. Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the vivarium and ensure proper waste disposal according to facility SOPs. Assist with animal census, inventory management, and stocking of supplies. Work effectively in clean-side/dirty-side barrier facilities while following biosafety and biosecurity procedures. Support compliance with Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), AAALAC, USDA, and applicable regulatory requirements. Collaborate with research scientists, veterinary staff, and facility personnel to support preclinical studies. Education & Qualifications Associate's degree in Animal Science, Biology, Veterinary Technology, or a related field with 3+ years of laboratory animal experience. Or Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Biology, Veterinary Technology, or a related field with 2+ years of laboratory animal experience. Experience with husbandry, handling, and routine procedures involving rodents; experience with rabbits is highly desirable. Strong observational, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to accurately maintain records and follow SOP. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in an ABSL-2 or barrier animal facility. Familiarity with IACUC, AAALAC, USDA, and applicable animal welfare regulations. AALAS certification (ALAT preferred; LAT or LATG is a plus). Experience supporting preclinical pharmacology or toxicology studies. Flexibility to work occasional weekends, holidays, or adjusted schedules as needed to support animal care. Physical Requirements Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods. Comfortable working in environments with animal dander, allergens, odors, noise, and personal protective equipment (PPE). Ability to perform duties that require manual dexterity and fine motor skills.

Pay:

$30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person