Inside Higher Ed
Animal Research Lab Technician
Inside Higher Ed, Clemson, South Carolina, United States, 29631
Animal Research Lab Technician
Location:
Clemson, SC
Job Summary:
Provides animal research support, animal health care, and facilities and equipment maintenance for the Clemson University animal research and teaching programs. Performs technical services related to animal research and complies with animal welfare regulations, institutional policies, and guidelines.
Job Duties
45% – Atomic Care and Husbandry: Daily care of laboratory research animals, including feeding, watering, observations, and detailed record keeping. Assist in developing species‑specific SOPs for animal care.
40% – Facility and Equipment Maintenance: Clean and sanitize caging, equipment, animal rooms, corridors, and support areas; maintain throughput of caging in the cage wash area; assist in preventive maintenance and SOP development for equipment operation and cleaning.
15% – Technical Research Support: Provide technical support for specific procedures (injections, blood withdrawals, tissue collections, etc.) as outlined in approved animal use protocols.
Minimum Requirements
High School or equivalent; experience in agricultural research or animal care directly related to the area of employment.
Associate degree in animal health technology or a related agriculture discipline may substitute for the required work experience.
Work experience: 1+ year.
Preferred Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Animal Husbandry, Biological Sciences, Agriculture, or related field.
Work experience: 2+ years in animal husbandry, agriculture, or related field.
Responsibilities
Fundamental job knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures related to animal research.
Physical Requirements
60% – Stand for prolonged periods.
60% – Walk or move about.
60% – Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery or equipment.
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 (e.g., blood, bodily fluids).
Work Schedule Standard hours: 37.5 hours per week.
Compensation Information Expected salary range: $31,826.00 – $38,000.00. Salary is dependent upon factors including 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.
Application Deadline January 5, 2026
Military and Veteran Military equivalency: Clemson University allows educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings directly related to the job duties.
Veteran preference: State policy grants preference for qualifying veterans who meet minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions, and submit DD‑214 for confidential review. To claim veteran preference, 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.
Qualifications See Minimum and Preferred Requirements sections.
Application Instructions For more information and to apply, visit
Clemson Careers .
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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Clemson, SC
Job Summary:
Provides animal research support, animal health care, and facilities and equipment maintenance for the Clemson University animal research and teaching programs. Performs technical services related to animal research and complies with animal welfare regulations, institutional policies, and guidelines.
Job Duties
45% – Atomic Care and Husbandry: Daily care of laboratory research animals, including feeding, watering, observations, and detailed record keeping. Assist in developing species‑specific SOPs for animal care.
40% – Facility and Equipment Maintenance: Clean and sanitize caging, equipment, animal rooms, corridors, and support areas; maintain throughput of caging in the cage wash area; assist in preventive maintenance and SOP development for equipment operation and cleaning.
15% – Technical Research Support: Provide technical support for specific procedures (injections, blood withdrawals, tissue collections, etc.) as outlined in approved animal use protocols.
Minimum Requirements
High School or equivalent; experience in agricultural research or animal care directly related to the area of employment.
Associate degree in animal health technology or a related agriculture discipline may substitute for the required work experience.
Work experience: 1+ year.
Preferred Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Animal Husbandry, Biological Sciences, Agriculture, or related field.
Work experience: 2+ years in animal husbandry, agriculture, or related field.
Responsibilities
Fundamental job knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures related to animal research.
Physical Requirements
60% – Stand for prolonged periods.
60% – Walk or move about.
60% – Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery or equipment.
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 (e.g., blood, bodily fluids).
Work Schedule Standard hours: 37.5 hours per week.
Compensation Information Expected salary range: $31,826.00 – $38,000.00. Salary is dependent upon factors including 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.
Application Deadline January 5, 2026
Military and Veteran Military equivalency: Clemson University allows educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings directly related to the job duties.
Veteran preference: State policy grants preference for qualifying veterans who meet minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions, and submit DD‑214 for confidential review. To claim veteran preference, 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.
Qualifications See Minimum and Preferred Requirements sections.
Application Instructions For more information and to apply, visit
Clemson Careers .
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Online Audio and Video Media
#J-18808-Ljbffr