Laboratory Animal Technician III

Job Description - Laboratory Animal Technician III (25000448)

University Research Services & Administration

Laboratory Animal Technician III, Division of Animal Resources

Georgia State University

This position provides animal care and maintains routine records according to clearly defined standard operating procedures, federal guidelines and regulations. Continual training is provided, and work is reviewed on a regular basis through observation of procedures and review of records to ensure compliance. This position requires working on weekends and holidays.

Key Position Responsibilities: 

• Animal husbandry of rodents and small animal models
• Sanitizes caging systems, animal rooms, and support areas using automated and manual equipment
• Feeds and waters animals
• Handles and restrains animals according to instructions and protocol
• Maintains routine record keeping of such items an environmental condition, animal inventory, and daily husbandry activities
• Position may be responsible for euthanasia, limited anesthesia, physical exams, and administering medication according to veterinary direction, observes and communicates animal health conditions to appropriate personnel. 
• Perform other professional duties assigned or requested

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED and three years of related experience. Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) certification required.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

• Experience with mice, rats, hamsters, and ferrets
• Experience working in an ABSL-2 facility

: Research & Sponsored Programs 

Department: Division of Animal Resources 

: Atlanta Campus 

Shift: 8:30AM-5:15PM 

Salary : $43,000 - $52,200 

Pay Grade: 10 

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible) 

: 06/25/25, 8:49:52 PM 

: 07/10/25, 3:59:00 AM 

To be fully considered for this position all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission: 

·     A complete and accurate GSU application

·     Resume

·     Cover Letter

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