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Laboratory Animal Technician

Laboratory Animal Technician

Mississippi State University

Starkville, MS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Mississippi State University rating

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Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

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434th of 530 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Laboratory Animal Technician
Job no: 510401
Position type: Full-Time 12-Month
Department: 185450 - CVM LARAC
Location: Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Categories: Support Staff
Position Open Date: May 1 2026
Position Function:
The Laboratory Animal Technician will serve as a member of a team to provide basic animal care and husbandry for a wide range of animals used in research, teaching and for client animals.
Salary Grade: 11
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Area of Specialization:
LARAC
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Provide basic animal care and husbandry for various species of animals to maintain a clean and healthy environment. Animal care and husbandry includes cleaning and changing out cages, cleaning stalls and animal runs, feeding, watering, observations, and record keeping.
2. Operate equipment such as cage washer, pressure washer, floor scrubber, forklift, and tractor.
3. Perform complex animal care tasks with research animals in accordance with regulatory and university standards.
4. Assure that the animal environment is following federal regulations and other applicable guidelines and standards, including, but not limited to, assisting with activities to maintain the University's accreditation program for AAALAC and USDA registration.
5. Maintain records on animal census, health, services, and in compliance with standard practices.
6. Administer animal treatments under the direction of a veterinarian.
7. Work schedule includes weekends and may vary from week to week.
8. Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school education or GED. No previous work experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to lift, stoop and bend
- Ability to handle, load, restrain, and work with large and companion animals
- Ability to walk and stand on feet for prolonged periods of time
- Must be capable of working in a team environment comprised of doctors, staff and students to provide veterinary care of patients and aid in the instruction of veterinary students and veterinary technology students
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Job frequently requires standing, walking, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu.
Restricted Clause:
Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.
What do I do if I need an accommodation?
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu.
If you have any questions regarding this policy, contact the Department of Human Resources Management at (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu. Upon request, sections of this job listing are available in large print, and readers are available to assist the visually impaired.
Advertised: May 01 2026 Central Daylight Time
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