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Houston Methodist

LATG - Laboratory Animal Technologist (AALAS) - American Association of Laboratory Animal Science SKILLS AND ABILITIES * Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the ...

NCSU

Animal Care Technician

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$34K - $38K/mo

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The term "animal resources" includes not only animal housing facilities but also animal husbandry services, veterinary care, technical services, expertise in laboratory animal technology and medicine ...

Cedars Sinai

Comparative Medicine Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$101K - $174K/yr

Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) from AALAS is required. * Project management certificate (LSS or similar) and Certified Manager of Animal Resources (CMAR) from AALAS are preferred. Experience ...

Charles River

Animal Health Technician I

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will ... You will also provide cleaning and maintenance of laboratory animal caging, equipment and cage ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for laboratory animal technologist in the United States is $35.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $47.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Laboratory Animal Technologist, you should possess a strong background in animal science, biology, or a related field, along with knowledge of laboratory animal care standards. Familiarity with animal handling equipment, data collection systems, and certifications such as the AALAS Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) credential are commonly required. Attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and effective teamwork are important soft skills for this position. These competencies are crucial to ensure ethical animal care, accurate research data, and efficient laboratory operations.

What is a laboratory animal technologist?

A Laboratory Animal Technologist is a specialized professional responsible for the care, handling, and welfare of laboratory animals used in scientific research. They ensure animals are healthy, monitor their environments, and assist researchers by maintaining records and following protocols for ethical treatment. Their work helps facilitate safe and accurate scientific studies while ensuring compliance with regulations. Coordination with veterinarians and researchers is often required to support medical and pharmaceutical advancements.

What does a laboratory animal technologist do?

A typical day for a Laboratory Animal Technologist involves monitoring the health and well-being of laboratory animals, maintaining clean and safe living environments, administering medications, and recording detailed observations. You may collaborate closely with research scientists and veterinarians to support ongoing studies and ensure all procedures comply with ethical standards. Regular responsibilities also include preparing laboratory equipment, updating records, and sometimes assisting in technical procedures such as sample collection. This role requires meticulous attention to detail and teamwork to maintain a productive and compliant research environment.

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Infographic showing various Laboratory Animal Technologist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 36% Full Time, 60% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $73,115 per year, or $35.2 per hour.

Laboratory Animal Technician I (per diem) - MaineHealth Institute for Research

Maine Medical Center

Scarborough, ME • On-site

$20.68 - $25.10/hr

Per diem

Posted 23 days ago

Maine Medical Center rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

553rd of 1,059 rated hospitals

Job description

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MaineHealth Institute for Research
Service/Maintenance Support
Req #: 86016
Summary:
If you're interested in supporting research in a part-time way (which may lead to a full-time role) and maintaining your work/life flexibility, we welcome your application!
This Lab Animal Tech I position is designed for someone interested in supporting the operation of the MaineHealth Institute for Research (MHIR) Animal Facility, under general supervision of the Animal Facility Manager. The MHIR Animal Facility supports research projects from over 20 Principal Investigator-driven research labs. We have world-class scientists working on the most advanced biomedical problems. The Lab Animal Tech in this position will work on a team to help ensure proper care and humane treatment of approximately 10,000 mice for their use in research. The MHIR Animal Facility is proudly and fully accredited by the Association for the Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International (AAALAC). This is a per diem position as needed to cover absences/extra workload.
This position is an onsite, per diem, and non-benefitted role at our Scarborough, ME research facility. There is the possibility of this role converting to a full-time, benefitted role over time and only if the candidate is interested.
Learn more about the MaineHealth Institute for Research in this short video .
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
  1. Education: Associate degree in an Animal Science or Veterinary program preferred.
  2. License/Certifications: Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) Certification preferred.
  3. Experience: Two (2) years of experience working with animals.
  4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Ability to follow written and oral instructions and maintain accurate, legible records. Interpersonal skills necessary to maintain effective communication.

Additional Information
MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources-so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.
We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.
The pay range for this position is $20.68 to $25.10 per hour.
Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.
If you have questions about this role, please contact [email protected]
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to [email protected] .
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.

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