Research Technician

Research Technician

Department: Animal Facility - 250101

Minimum Qualifications
Combination of related training and experience required to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

License/Certification Required

Essential Job Functions
The Research Technician will assist the Facility Manager in all activities necessary to operate one or more research work settings such as a laboratory, field, and/or classroom. They will assist faculty, staff, and students in conducting research in a humane environment while adhering to all State, Federal, and granting agency regulations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Work with Manager to ensure daily coverage of species housed in the Facility.
• Provide proper maintenance and operation of specialized equipment used in the Facility including but not limited to, cage washer, steam sterilizer, table top autoclave, and anesthesia machine.
• Monitor macro and micro environmental conditions for all species housed in the Facility in compliance with federal regulations and correct when necessary.
• Provide administrative support along with clerical tasks that aid the daily business operations of the Animal Facility. Duties include ordering consumable supplies, completing P-card reports, completing reconcile reports, submitting work orders and other clerical tasks as needed.
• Ensure compliance with USDA and NIH regulations on the housing and care of experimental animals.
• Assist in post-approval monitoring of research protocols.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
Ability to assist Facility Manager, faculty, staff and students conducting research in a humane environment while adhering to all State, Federal and granting agency regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma
• Valid driver's license
• 3+ years of experience in animal care

Work Schedule/Hours: 7 days a week including holidays, weekends, academic breaks.
Anticipated Hiring Range: $34,320-37,369
Closing Date: 5/3/2026

To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/53863

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