Animal Health Technician

Job Title: Animal Health Technician
Location: Rockville, MD
Hours/Schedule: Monday – Friday, standard business hours
Compensation: $20.00-$28.00/hour
Type: Contract

Overview
A leading preclinical research organization is seeking an Animal Health Technician to support vivarium operations and preclinical study activities. This hands-on role is ideal for candidates with strong rodent technical experience who are passionate about animal welfare, research support, and working in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support within a vivarium setting while ensuring the health and welfare of research animals
• Handle and restrain rodents in accordance with established protocols
• Perform animal identification procedures
• Administer injections using multiple routes, including intravenous (IV) administration
• Conduct blood collection procedures using various methods, including retro-orbital techniques
• Perform gavage and oral dosing procedures
• Administer medications, anesthetics, and analgesics, including dosage calculations
• Perform euthanasia and organectomy procedures as required
• Support colony maintenance activities
• Assess and assist in the treatment of sick animals
• Collect and record study data using digital calipers and other laboratory tools

• Associate’s (A.A.) or Bachelor’s (B.S.) degree in a science-related field preferred but not required
• AALAS LAT certification preferred but not required for candidates with advanced Animal Science or related education
• Previous rodent technical experience preferred
• Strong proficiency in rodent handling and procedural techniques
• Experience with injections, blood collection, dosing, and anesthesia procedures preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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