Apply animal health expertise to preclinical research through examinations, treatments, and technical support for animal procedures. Work across research activities requiring careful monitoring and documentation.
This Animal Health Technician role supports para-veterinary care within a research workplace. Responsibilities include animal examinations, medication administration, sample collection, surgical assistance, and post-operative monitoring. The work involves rodents and other animal species, with collaboration among scientists and technicians.
Key Responsibilities: Perform daily physical examinations and treatments
Administer special food, water, medications, and first aid
Collect, handle, prepare, and ship research samples
Assist with animal surgeries and procedures
Maintain equipment,



records, inventory, cleaning, and sterilization
Requirements: Animal Health Technician Certificate or Veterinary Technologist Diploma
Minimum two years post-graduate experience working with animals
Progressive research experience across animal species, particularly rodents
Working knowledge of CCAC guidelines and applicable requirements
Strong organization, initiative, communication, and record-keeping skills
Support preclinical research with animal care, surgical monitoring, sample handling, and precise technical documentation.

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📌 Preclinical Animal Health Technician (Ontario)
🏢 Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
📍 Ontario