Brock University
AnimalCareTechnician
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Animal Care Technician at Brock University. Skills: Animal care, Regulatory compliance, Research support. Perform routine animal husbandry. Receive animals from supplier”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving skills
Work on weekends, Work on holidays
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Veterinary Technology Diploma, Veterinary Technician Diploma, Registered Laboratory Animal Technician (RLAT), Animal care work in regulated research, Knowledge of regulations and standards, Knowledge of institutional Animal Care Committee (ACC) responsibilities, In-depth knowledge of humane animal care, Laboratory practices, Sterile surgery, Understanding of university research environment
Nice to Have
Understanding of University’s policies, Experience in public sector, Experience in educational setting, Certification in CALAS as RALT
What You'll Do.
Perform routine animal husbandry
Receive animals from supplier
Perform initial health screening
Perform water sampling
Perform routine technical procedures
Use facility equipment
Maintain breeding colonies
Provide animal care policy information
Assist with training program
Provide technical assistance to researchers
Assist with surgical procedures
Clean and sanitize rooms
Participate in health monitoring program
Document treatment logs
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Working closely with veterinary staff; Provide information to others
Communication Scope
Written communication; Oral communication; Interpersonal communication
Full Job Description
Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement. We are one of Canada’s outstanding comprehensive universities, where excellence and innovation thrive! Brock has been recognized as a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara for seven consecutive years. We have been ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity. For 2025, Brock has been proudly recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Company Culture, ranked seventh by Forbes in partnership with Statista. At Brock, you will find a welcoming, inclusive community and an exciting range of meaningful career opportunities. Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock. ## Post End Date: June 12, 2026 at 11:59 PM ### ### This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Administrative Professional (Employee Group) **About the Role:** Reporting to the Manager, Animal Care, the Animal Care Technician is accountable for day-to-day care and oversight of animals housed in university research facilities, and is responsible for ensuring that faculty, students and staff are compliant in their use of and treatment of animals involved in biomedical research or teaching. Working closely with veterinary staff, incumbents are responsible for the ethical care and treatment of research animals. **The Animal Care Technician will:** * Perform routine animal husbandry for all species, including specialty animals, while following established standard operating procedures and regulatory compliance requirements; * Receive animals from supplier, perform initial health screening and notify PI (Principal Investigator) of their arrival; * Complete cage cards with the appropriate animal information; * Perform water sampling to ensure qua
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