Lab Animal Tech 1*

Job Title

Laboratory Animal Care Technician

Job Summary

This position requires manual labor in the care and feeding of laboratory animals. Work involves caring for laboratory animals in accordance with specific directions given by a supervisor. Duties include feeding and watering of animals, transferring animals from cages and cleaning the cages, rooms and adjacent areas. Duties also include assembly line cage washing and clean cage preparation. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed through observation of the animals and the cleanliness of cages, rooms and adjacent areas.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Feed and water all animals according to specified standards. Routine cleaning and sanitization of feeding and water utensils and cages. Work in Cage wash as required. Observe the animals and report any abnormal findings. If an expired animal is found, proper identification and storage/disposal is required. Change bedding and caging periodically in accordance with Federal Regulations to ensure proper care of animals. Disinfect animal areas at routine intervals. Notify Supervisor of any abnormalities in the physical environment of the animal facilities. Inspect and report any malfunctions of equipment such as thermostats, hygrothermometers, lights, sanitation equipment, carts, etc. Keep supply levels adequately maintained. Keep storage areas clean and organized. Load and unload supplies as required. Participate in continuing education course of Laboratory Animal care. Perform other duties incidental to work described herein as required.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent from a recognized State or Federal accrediting organization.

Preferred Qualifications

A degree from an accredited college or university, certification, training or experience in the field of Laboratory Animal Science or animal related field is desired. Knowledge of animal husbandry/care is preferred/desired.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to maintain confidentiality. Willingness and ability to work with animals. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days/M-F Pay Band: B2 Salary Minimum: $15.77/hour Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position. Recruitment Period: 9/10/26
- Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check complete for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgement and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Driver's License Statement

The Human Resources Division will request a driver's history report for the identified top candidate(s) for this position. We will initiate this through our Background Check Vendor; this report will come from the Department of Motor Vehicles. The selected candidate must have a valid driver's license.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. " Augusta University is a patient-and-family-centered care institution, where employees partner everyday with patients and families for success". Augusta University is a tobacco free environment and the use of any tobacco