State of Louisiana
Laboratory Technician (Animal Care Technician) 1-3 CPG
State of Louisiana, New Iberia, Louisiana, United States, 70563
Salary :
$2,631.20 - $4,682.00 Monthly Location :
New Iberia, LA Job Type:
Classified Job Number:
NIRC073025TFC2 Department:
University of LA - Lafayette Opening Date:
07/30/2025 Closing Date:
8/10/2025 11:59 PM Central
About this Job The University of Louisiana at Lafayette New Iberia Research Center specializes in the breeding, management, and importation of a diverse range of nonhuman primate species and offers a broad range of diagnostic, laboratory, and human resources for the development and characterization of nonhuman primate models for applied and basic research aimed at promoting human quality of life.
We're looking for a Laboratory Technician (Animal Care Technician) to join our New Iberia Research Center team. Animal Care Technicians play a vital role in supporting laboratory operations through technical, maintenance, and observational work. Minimum Qualifications Two years of general laboratory experience; OR
Completion of an accredited clinical laboratory or medical laboratory technology program; OR
An associate or bachelor's degree in medical technology, nursing, clinical laboratory science, or a biological, physical, or chemical science; OR
Certification as a Laboratory Animal Technician or Laboratory Animal Technologist by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every six semester hours earned from an accredited college or university in any of the biological, physical, chemical, or agricultural sciences will substitute for one year of experience.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Positions in Human Testing Laboratory environments must be licensed to practice as either a Laboratory Assistant or a Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Technician in the State of Louisiana as required by Louisiana Clinical Laboratory Personnel Law R.S. 37:1311-1329 and the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners. Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:
In this role, you will: Assist with the preparation, calibration, and operation of laboratory instruments and equipment Conduct tests, record data, and compile reports in accordance with established lab procedures Prepare and handle chemical, biological, or physical samples and reagents Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of lab instruments and facilities Observe and document results, maintaining accurate records for experiments and procedures Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and procedural standards Support research and instructional staff during experiments and laboratory classes Monitor equipment and materials inventory and submit orders as needed Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and escalate more complex problems appropriately Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:
Probational
Work Location:
This position is located at the New Iberia Research Center. 4401 W. Admiral Doyle Dr. New Iberia, LA 70506
Compensation:
This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $15.18.
**Various openings available** How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. For further information about this vacancy contact: Taronsler Faye Cormier Human Resources Specialist faye.cormier@louisiaina.edu University of Louisiana at Lafayette Human Resources Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage
More information can be found at
Parental Leave
- Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at
Holidays and Leave
- State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (), among others
01
The minimum hourly rate is $15.18. Are you willing to accept the minimum?
Yes No
02
Are you able to lift at least 50lbs?
Yes No
03
Are you a current employee of NIRC or have you ever worked for NIRC?
Yes No
04
Please select how you qualify for this position.
Two years of general laboratory experience. Completion of an accredited clinical laboratory or medical laboratory technology program. An associate or bachelor's degree in medical technology, nursing, clinical laboratory science, or a biological, physical, or chemical science. Certification as a Laboratory Animal Technician or Laboratory Animal Technologist by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science. (Please ensure all certifications/licenses are listed in the Certificates and Licenses section of your application.) None of the above.
Required Question
$2,631.20 - $4,682.00 Monthly Location :
New Iberia, LA Job Type:
Classified Job Number:
NIRC073025TFC2 Department:
University of LA - Lafayette Opening Date:
07/30/2025 Closing Date:
8/10/2025 11:59 PM Central
About this Job The University of Louisiana at Lafayette New Iberia Research Center specializes in the breeding, management, and importation of a diverse range of nonhuman primate species and offers a broad range of diagnostic, laboratory, and human resources for the development and characterization of nonhuman primate models for applied and basic research aimed at promoting human quality of life.
We're looking for a Laboratory Technician (Animal Care Technician) to join our New Iberia Research Center team. Animal Care Technicians play a vital role in supporting laboratory operations through technical, maintenance, and observational work. Minimum Qualifications Two years of general laboratory experience; OR
Completion of an accredited clinical laboratory or medical laboratory technology program; OR
An associate or bachelor's degree in medical technology, nursing, clinical laboratory science, or a biological, physical, or chemical science; OR
Certification as a Laboratory Animal Technician or Laboratory Animal Technologist by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every six semester hours earned from an accredited college or university in any of the biological, physical, chemical, or agricultural sciences will substitute for one year of experience.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Positions in Human Testing Laboratory environments must be licensed to practice as either a Laboratory Assistant or a Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Technician in the State of Louisiana as required by Louisiana Clinical Laboratory Personnel Law R.S. 37:1311-1329 and the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners. Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:
In this role, you will: Assist with the preparation, calibration, and operation of laboratory instruments and equipment Conduct tests, record data, and compile reports in accordance with established lab procedures Prepare and handle chemical, biological, or physical samples and reagents Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of lab instruments and facilities Observe and document results, maintaining accurate records for experiments and procedures Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and procedural standards Support research and instructional staff during experiments and laboratory classes Monitor equipment and materials inventory and submit orders as needed Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and escalate more complex problems appropriately Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:
Probational
Work Location:
This position is located at the New Iberia Research Center. 4401 W. Admiral Doyle Dr. New Iberia, LA 70506
Compensation:
This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $15.18.
**Various openings available** How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. For further information about this vacancy contact: Taronsler Faye Cormier Human Resources Specialist faye.cormier@louisiaina.edu University of Louisiana at Lafayette Human Resources Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage
More information can be found at
Parental Leave
- Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at
Holidays and Leave
- State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (), among others
01
The minimum hourly rate is $15.18. Are you willing to accept the minimum?
Yes No
02
Are you able to lift at least 50lbs?
Yes No
03
Are you a current employee of NIRC or have you ever worked for NIRC?
Yes No
04
Please select how you qualify for this position.
Two years of general laboratory experience. Completion of an accredited clinical laboratory or medical laboratory technology program. An associate or bachelor's degree in medical technology, nursing, clinical laboratory science, or a biological, physical, or chemical science. Certification as a Laboratory Animal Technician or Laboratory Animal Technologist by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science. (Please ensure all certifications/licenses are listed in the Certificates and Licenses section of your application.) None of the above.
Required Question