Laboratory Animal Trainer

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Scientific
 Massachusetts
Knowledge of IACUC
AAALAC
Animal Welfare Regulations
Anesthesia Monitoring

Contract - 12-month Contract (Possibility of extension)

Location : Cambridge, MA 02140 Seeking a Comparative Medicine Trainer to provide hands-on training in laboratory animal techniques, coordinate training programs, support vivarium operations, and ensure compliance with animal welfare regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience working with rodents, laboratory animal training, and regulatory standards in a research environment.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Handle mice and rats safely while assessing animal health, pain, and distress.
  • Deliver hands-on training in dosing, bleeding, anesthesia monitoring, and other study support procedures.
  • Conduct classroom training sessions and participate in recurring training meetings.
  • Review and update SOPs, training materials, and Computer-Based Training (CBT) modules.
  • Coordinate and schedule global training activities.
  • Work with trainers, veterinarians, IACUC, and subject matter experts.
  • Maintain training records and perform data entry in electronic management systems.
  • Support audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance.
  • Manage training colonies and maintain animal records.
  • Collaborate with research teams to develop new procedures under leadership guidance.

Skills:

  • Laboratory animal handling (mice and rats)
  • Hands-on training and coaching
  • Rodent dosing, bleeding, and anesthesia monitoring
  • Knowledge of IACUC, AAALAC, and Animal Welfare Regulations
  • SOP and training documentation
  • Data entry and electronic record management
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a research environment
  • Attention to detail and regulatory compliance

Education/Experience:

  • BS/BA degree with 2+ years of relevant experience.
  • Experience in laboratory animal training and rodent handling.
  • Knowledge of The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Preferred: LATG certification.
  • Preferred: Pharmaceutical industry and/or laboratory animal training experience.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for extended periods, wear PPE (including N-95 or PAPR), and work in Biosafety Cabinets.
  • Willingness to travel up to 10%.

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