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Aequor Inc

Animal Technician

Durham, NC · On-site

Maintains focus on animal welfare reporting all concerns to management and/or others as required ... Experience - Lab Animal or agricultural experience desired Ability to lift 50lbs, roll heavy ...

Aequor

... to management and/or others as required. • Must ensure animal welfare guidelines are met ... Job Qualifications • Education - AA degree required • Experience - Lab Animal or agricultural ...

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$140 - $180/hr

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Durham, NC · On-site

$20 - $21.31/hr

Maintains focus on animal welfare reporting all concerns to management and/or others as required ... Experience - Lab Animal or agricultural experience desired * Candidates not allowed to own poultry ...

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$20 - $21.31/hr

Maintains focus on animal welfare reporting all concerns to management and/or others as required ... Experience - Lab Animal or agricultural experience desired * Candidates not allowed to own poultry ...

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab animal manager in the United States is $25.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Lab Animal Manager oversees the daily operations of animal research facilities, ensuring the well-being and care of laboratory animals. Their responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining compliance with regulations, coordinating animal care and use protocols, and managing facility budgets. They also ensure that all procedures follow ethical guidelines and may assist with training researchers in proper animal handling techniques. The role is essential to supporting scientific research while maintaining high standards of animal welfare.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lab animal manager?

To thrive as a Lab Animal Manager, you need expertise in laboratory animal care, facility management, and compliance with regulatory standards, typically supported by a bachelor’s degree in animal science or a related field and certifications like AALAS. Familiarity with animal management software, environmental monitoring systems, and health surveillance protocols is essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help you manage teams and coordinate with researchers. These competencies ensure ethical animal care, regulatory compliance, and efficient facility operation in research environments.

What are the main challenges a lab animal manager faces in ensuring animal welfare while meeting research objectives?

Lab Animal Managers often balance strict regulatory compliance and the ethical treatment of animals with the needs of researchers who require timely and reliable results. Common challenges include maintaining detailed records, ensuring proper care protocols are followed, and training staff on best practices. Additionally, Lab Animal Managers collaborate closely with veterinarians, researchers, and regulatory bodies, which requires strong communication skills and adaptability. Proactively addressing these challenges helps maintain a healthy research environment and supports scientific integrity.
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Animal Technician

Durham, NC • On-site

Aequor Inc
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Job description

Laboratory Animal Care Specialist

This individual will perform daily laboratory animal care duties including animal health monitoring, animal husbandry, and routing cleaning and sanitation. All work assignments will be performed in accordance with SOP's and protocol instructions. Must maintain and demonstrate positive working relationships with co-workers, customers, be able to work independently to perform tasks, and have regular attendance.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

  • Performs animal husbandry duties to maintain quality and health of research animals to include daily feed/water/enrichment, and cage or room cleaning as required.
  • Maintains focus on animal welfare reporting all concerns to management and/or others as required.
  • Ensures animal welfare guidelines are met, building, and equipment are maintained accordingly for internal IACUC inspections and maintenance of AAALAC accreditation.
  • Conducts all euthanasia as trained according to AVMA guidelines and completing all documentation associated with the task.
  • Cleans assigned animal rooms, isolator environments, animal care equipment, and associated animal facility areas daily.
  • Ensures facility areas are maintained and kept clean and orderly daily.
  • Assists in maintaining and stocking inventory and communicates when items are needed to be ordered.
  • Excellent record keeping skills are required.
  • Assists with handling and manipulations as per SOP's and protocols.
  • Operates equipment and uses supplies according to safety guidelines, performs general housekeeping, and adheres to safety procedures.
  • Able to observe equipment and report of any failures.
  • Maintains required attendance level and adheres to work schedule in accordance with required staffing levels to ensure that assigned duties are completed. Weekend and holiday coverage is required on a rotation basis. May be asked to work extended hours occasionally due to workload – Overtime eligible. Being prompt to work and attendance are a must.
  • Takes the initiative to complete tasks and anticipates upcoming tasks.
  • Must realize the importance of non-contamination process and be prepared to adhere strictly to the procedures.
  • Must be conscientious, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work alone.
  • Ability to maintain good working relationships with others.
  • Excellent communication skills both written and oral.

Job qualifications:

  • Education – AA degree required
  • Experience – Lab Animal or agricultural experience desired

Ability to lift 50lbs, roll heavy objects, use ladders, working conditions up to 90 degrees or down to freezing temperatures. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Must be able to squat, bend, and stoop, as well as twisting and turning. Manual dexterity and visual acuity are important. Subject to objectionable odors, aerosols, dust, animal dander, and noise. Not allowed to own poultry or swine. Multiple showers a day may be required for biocontainment, showering does include washing of hair. Hair must be able to be completely covered within hairnet for biocontainment purposes. Nails must be short in length to perform fine motor tasks and avoid risk of injury to oneself, colleagues, or animals. Work requires use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including Tyveks, hairnets, respirator or PAPR, gloves, safety glasses, provided uniforms, and shoes. Personal phones and all forms of jewelry are not allowed in the vivarium.

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