Perform animal management and animal health checks
Gather appropriate samples for diagnostic purposes e.g. blood, urine, feces, swabs
Administer treatments as required under veterinary supervision
Issue sick reports as required
Operate specialized containment equipment such as biological safety cabinets, laminar flow racks, ventilated racks and autoclaves
Perform routine laboratory health surveillance e.g. pinworm check, fecal examination, blood sampling
Implement disease control requirements including treatment, signage, protective clothing as advised by veterinary or managerial staff
Wear personal protective equipment as appropriate
May perform the duties of a Laboratory Animal Technician III
Other related duties as required
Requirements University degree in a related field
Registered Laboratory Animal Technician with the Canadian Association for Laboratory Animal Science and/or completion of a recognized Veterinary Technology Diploma
One year of related experience
Physically capable of performing the required duties, including lifting up to 50 lbs
No history of animal-related allergies
Willing to participate in University Health and Safety Program
Ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written)
Ability to take direction and work independently
Possession of a Provincial Class 'G' Drivers license may be required
Availability to work weekends and holidays as required
Commitment to equity,
diversity, inclusion, and a respectful work workplace.
Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in animal management and health checks, including sample collection and treatment administration under veterinary supervision. Proficient in operating specialized containment equipment and implementing disease control measures while ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols.
Highest-signal resume keywords Registered Laboratory Animal Technician
Veterinary Technology Diploma
Animal Health Checks
Sample Collection
Disease Control Implementation
ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Animal Management
Sample Collection
Laboratory Health Surveillance
Treatment Administration
Biological Safety Cabinet Operation
Fecal Examination
Blood Sampling
Ventilated Rack Operation
Autoclave Operation
Pinworm Check
Soft Skills Effective Communication
Ability to Work Independently
Team Collaboration
Commitment to Equity and Inclusion
Certifications & Qualifications Registered Laboratory Animal Technician
Veterinary Technology Diploma
Industry Keywords Animal Health
Laboratory Animal Science
Health and Safety Program
Diagnostic Samples
Animal Welfare
Tools & Technologies Biological Safety Cabinets
Laminar Flow Racks
Ventilated Racks
Autoclaves
Personal Protective Equipment