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Req Id: 38614
Job Title: Research Technician, Associate
City: West Lafayette
Job Summary
The Research Technician, Associate is an entry-level position that builds skills in providing husbandry and care to a variety of laboratory animals listed on approved protocols including but not limited to rodents, rabbits, sheep, swine, horses, cows, and poultry in conventional, barrier, and barn housing. This position will learn and perform husbandry and health checks for all species on campus as well as any new species that arrive for future studies. Change cages/clean stalls, use specialized equipment (including rack washer, bulk autoclave, steam gun, skid steer). Work with animals exposed to biological/chemical radiation hazards, and prepare animal caging components for use in the animal facilities. Perform other cleaning and maintenance duties as necessary. Occasional euthanasia of rodents. This is a full-time staff position, not a student position.
What We're Looking For:
High School Diploma/GED
Two or more years of animal care related experience
Basic computer and data-entry skills
Basic knowledge of animal care
Attention to detail
Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
Exhibit professional behavior in speaking with all staff (Purdue and non-Purdue interactions)
Valid Driver's License
Ability to work overtime and on weekend/holidays as required
Ability to pull/push large heavy equipment; push/pull equipment up and down ramps; repetitive lifting/turning/bending/reaching (high and stretching low)
Ability to be on fee and moving all day
Ability to enter stalls or caging with large animals (cow/horse/sheep/pig) and work in the stall with the animals present
Exhibit professional behavior in speaking with all staff (Purdue and non-Purdue interactions)
What We Want You To Know:
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check is required for employment in this position
FLSA: Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Non-Exempt Defined Contribution Plan
Purdue University is an EO/EA University.
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Posting Start Date: 7/23/26
