Clemson University
Animal Research Lab Technician
Clemson University, Clemson, South Carolina, United States, 29631
Overview
Animal Research Lab Technician position at Clemson University. Provides animal research support, animal health care, and facilities and equipment maintenance for the university's animal research and teaching programs. Complies with animal welfare regulations and institutional policies and guidelines.
Job Summary Provides animal research support, animal health care, and facilities and equipment maintenance for the Clemson University animal research and teaching programs. Provides technical services as related to animal research. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Duties
45% - Essential - Animal Care and Husbandry: Provides daily care of laboratory research animals. Feeds, waters, and performs daily observations of animals. Reports any abnormal observations to facility management. Maintains detailed and accurate records of daily activities involving research animals. Assists in the development of Standard Operating Procedures on species specific animal care and husbandry.
40% - Essential - Facility and Equipment Maintenance: Cleans and sanitizes caging, equipment, animal rooms, corridors, and support areas. Maintains the throughput of caging and equipment in the cage wash area. Assists in the preventative maintenance of various equipment and maintains detailed and accurate records of maintenance. Assists in the development of Standard Operating Procedures on equipment operation, cleaning, and maintenance.
15% - Essential - Technical Research Support: Provides technical support for research staff and students for specific procedures outlined in approved animal use protocols such as, but not limited to: injections, blood withdrawals, tissue collections, or other procedural support.
Minimum Requirements
Education - High School or Equivalent and experience in agricultural research or animal care that is directly related to the area of employment. An associate degree in animal health technology or a discipline related to agriculture may be substituted for the required work experience.
Work Experience - 1+ years
Preferred Requirements
Education - Bachelor's Degree - Animal husbandry, biological sciences, agriculture, or related field
Work Experience - 2+ years of experience in animal husbandry, agriculture, or related field
Responsibilities JOB KNOWLEDGE: Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.
Supervisory Responsibilities No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.
Budgetary Responsibilities No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
Physical Requirements
60% - Stand for prolonged period
60% - Walk or move about
60% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
60% - Recognize or inspect visually
20% - Move, transport, raise or lower
Working Conditions
20% - Exposure to heat or cold
20% - Exposure to dust/fumes
10% - Noise
10% - Chemical hazards
15% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)
Work Schedule Standard Hrs: 37.5
Compensation Information Expected Salary Range ($31,826.00 - $38,000.00)
Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.
Essential Personnel Level Essential Level 2 employee
Required to maintain/resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and/or provide recovery support before normal operations resume. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.
Job Location Clemson, SC
Application Deadline September 19, 2025
Military and Veteran MILITARY EQUIVALENCY: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources. To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
Closing Statement Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
Application Instructions For more information and to apply, visit Clemson jobs site.
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Job Summary Provides animal research support, animal health care, and facilities and equipment maintenance for the Clemson University animal research and teaching programs. Provides technical services as related to animal research. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Duties
45% - Essential - Animal Care and Husbandry: Provides daily care of laboratory research animals. Feeds, waters, and performs daily observations of animals. Reports any abnormal observations to facility management. Maintains detailed and accurate records of daily activities involving research animals. Assists in the development of Standard Operating Procedures on species specific animal care and husbandry.
40% - Essential - Facility and Equipment Maintenance: Cleans and sanitizes caging, equipment, animal rooms, corridors, and support areas. Maintains the throughput of caging and equipment in the cage wash area. Assists in the preventative maintenance of various equipment and maintains detailed and accurate records of maintenance. Assists in the development of Standard Operating Procedures on equipment operation, cleaning, and maintenance.
15% - Essential - Technical Research Support: Provides technical support for research staff and students for specific procedures outlined in approved animal use protocols such as, but not limited to: injections, blood withdrawals, tissue collections, or other procedural support.
Minimum Requirements
Education - High School or Equivalent and experience in agricultural research or animal care that is directly related to the area of employment. An associate degree in animal health technology or a discipline related to agriculture may be substituted for the required work experience.
Work Experience - 1+ years
Preferred Requirements
Education - Bachelor's Degree - Animal husbandry, biological sciences, agriculture, or related field
Work Experience - 2+ years of experience in animal husbandry, agriculture, or related field
Responsibilities JOB KNOWLEDGE: Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.
Supervisory Responsibilities No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.
Budgetary Responsibilities No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
Physical Requirements
60% - Stand for prolonged period
60% - Walk or move about
60% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
60% - Recognize or inspect visually
20% - Move, transport, raise or lower
Working Conditions
20% - Exposure to heat or cold
20% - Exposure to dust/fumes
10% - Noise
10% - Chemical hazards
15% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)
Work Schedule Standard Hrs: 37.5
Compensation Information Expected Salary Range ($31,826.00 - $38,000.00)
Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.
Essential Personnel Level Essential Level 2 employee
Required to maintain/resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and/or provide recovery support before normal operations resume. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.
Job Location Clemson, SC
Application Deadline September 19, 2025
Military and Veteran MILITARY EQUIVALENCY: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources. To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
Closing Statement Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
Application Instructions For more information and to apply, visit Clemson jobs site.
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