Animal Care Technician

Responsibilities Provide daily animal care, including feeding, watering, health monitoring, and routine husbandry activities. Maintain a clean and sanitary animal facility through cage washing, sterilization, and general housekeeping procedures. Adhere to established safety, compliance, and animal welfare policies and procedures. Work closely with veterinary and research staff, following detailed instructions and established protocols. Support facility operations on a rotating schedule that includes weekdays, weekends, and holidays to ensure continuous animal care. Perform additional duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent. Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment health screening in accordance with applicable occupational health requirements and institutional policies. Preferred Qualifications Previous laboratory, animal care, or animal handling experience. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

For California Applicants:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA). This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.