Animal Care Technician

Do you have a passion for animal welfare and a desire to play a meaningful role in advancing scientific research? As an Animal Care Technician I, you will provide daily husbandry and care for a variety of research animals while ensuring their health, comfort, and well-being. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy working directly with animals and want to build a career in laboratory animal science.

As an essential member of the vivarium team, you will help maintain high standards of animal welfare, environmental quality, and regulatory compliance. You will work with species including rodents, rabbits, dogs, swine, and non-human primates while supporting critical research programs through exceptional animal care.

What You'll Do Your primary focus will be the daily care, observation, and welfare of animals within our research facility. Responsibilities include:

• Providing routine animal husbandry, including feeding, watering, sanitation, enrichment, bedding changes, and daily health observations.

• Handling, restraining, and interacting with animals in a professional, compassionate, and humane manner.

• Monitoring animal health and behavior, identifying abnormalities, and promptly reporting concerns to veterinary or supervisory staff.

• Maintaining clean, safe, and comfortable housing environments that promote animal well-being.

• Receiving, transferring, and assigning animals to housing or study locations with accurate documentation.

• Observing environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, lighting, and ventilation to ensure optimal care standards.

• Supporting animal welfare programs and ensuring compliance with established protocols and regulatory requirements.

• Performing cage changes, assisting with routine room maintenance, and operating cage wash and sanitation equipment.

• Assisting with the movement of animals and supplies throughout the facility.

• Supporting veterinary, husbandry, and research teams as needed to ensure high-quality care.

• Accurately documenting daily activities, observations, and procedures with attention to detail and data integrity.

• Participating in weekend and holiday animal care rotations to ensure continuous welfare coverage.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Biology, Veterinary Technology, or a related scientific field preferred.

• Previous experience working with animals is beneficial but not required; training is provided for motivated candidates.

• ALAT certification is a plus, or a willingness to obtain certification as part of professional development.

• Strong commitment to animal welfare and ethical animal care practices.

• Ability to recognize and report changes in animal health, appearance, or behavior with strong observation skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and organization.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills and basic computer proficiency (including Microsoft Office).

• Professionalism, integrity, a positive attitude, and a genuine interest in working with animals.

Why Join Us?

• Work directly with animals and make a meaningful impact on their daily care and well-being.

• Gain hands-on experience in laboratory animal science, preclinical research, husbandry, behavior observation, and regulatory compliance.

• Join a collaborative team dedicated to high standards of animal welfare and scientific excellence.

• Build a foundation for career growth within animal care, veterinary support, and research operations.

Work Authorization & Sponsorship Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Altasciences is unable to provide sponsorship, sponsorship transfers, or visa maintenance for this position now or in the future.

What We Offer Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits and incentive programs to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans

• 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match

• Paid Vacation, Holidays, Sick, and Bereavement Leave

• Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs

• Telework when applicable

• Training & Development Programs

• Employee Referral Bonus Program