Actalent
Job Title: Animal Care Technician
We are seeking an Animal Care Lab Technician to support the health and welfare of research animals and maintain high standards of care within our animal facilities. This role involves monitoring animal health, administering treatments, maintaining detailed records, and ensuring facility cleanliness and compliance with regulatory standards.
Responsibilities
Monitor and assess animals for signs of illness, stress, or abnormal behavior
Administer medications and treatments under veterinary guidance; collect samples and provide procedural care
Maintain accurate records in compliance with institutional, local, and federal regulations
Provide daily husbandry and specialized care for animal colonies
Sanitize and decontaminate animal rooms and equipment, including BL2-level areas
Advise research staff on animal handling, restraint, and care procedures
Train staff on sanitation protocols and animal care techniques
Maintain and rotate equipment in facility washing centers
Operate and troubleshoot animal care processing equipment
Manage inventory of supplies and materials
Transport animals and materials between facilities using proper handling protocols
Perform additional duties as assigned
Essential Skills
Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures and detailed protocols
Recognize signs of health, illness, and distress in animals
Read and interpret written instructions, forms, and notes
Basic computer skills and email monitoring
Qualifications
High school diploma and four years of work experience (two years in a related field), or Associate’s Degree with two years of related experience
ALAT certification (American Association of Laboratory Animal Science) preferred
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity
Work Environment
Weekend shifts required; no evening hours
Includes a 12-week training/probation period with structured onboarding and progress tracking
Training schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Post-training schedule: Friday–Tuesday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM or 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (includes 10% weekend shift differential)
Staff must work designated holidays and recess days; straight pay plus floating holiday time for hours worked
Attendance is essential, including during inclement weather and holidays
PPE includes gloves and gown; parking fees apply
Job Type & Location Contract to Hire position based out of New Haven, CT.
Pay And Benefits Pay range: $50,000.00 – $60,000.00 per year.
Application Deadline Position anticipated to close on Jan 16, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Employer Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Accommodation If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email
actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com
for other accommodation options.
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Responsibilities
Monitor and assess animals for signs of illness, stress, or abnormal behavior
Administer medications and treatments under veterinary guidance; collect samples and provide procedural care
Maintain accurate records in compliance with institutional, local, and federal regulations
Provide daily husbandry and specialized care for animal colonies
Sanitize and decontaminate animal rooms and equipment, including BL2-level areas
Advise research staff on animal handling, restraint, and care procedures
Train staff on sanitation protocols and animal care techniques
Maintain and rotate equipment in facility washing centers
Operate and troubleshoot animal care processing equipment
Manage inventory of supplies and materials
Transport animals and materials between facilities using proper handling protocols
Perform additional duties as assigned
Essential Skills
Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures and detailed protocols
Recognize signs of health, illness, and distress in animals
Read and interpret written instructions, forms, and notes
Basic computer skills and email monitoring
Qualifications
High school diploma and four years of work experience (two years in a related field), or Associate’s Degree with two years of related experience
ALAT certification (American Association of Laboratory Animal Science) preferred
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity
Work Environment
Weekend shifts required; no evening hours
Includes a 12-week training/probation period with structured onboarding and progress tracking
Training schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Post-training schedule: Friday–Tuesday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM or 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (includes 10% weekend shift differential)
Staff must work designated holidays and recess days; straight pay plus floating holiday time for hours worked
Attendance is essential, including during inclement weather and holidays
PPE includes gloves and gown; parking fees apply
Job Type & Location Contract to Hire position based out of New Haven, CT.
Pay And Benefits Pay range: $50,000.00 – $60,000.00 per year.
Application Deadline Position anticipated to close on Jan 16, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Employer Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Accommodation If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email
actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com
for other accommodation options.
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