Lab Services Associate

Job Title:

Lab Services Associate

Job Description

The Lab Services Associate is responsible for providing exceptional care to research animals, performing technical procedures, and supporting animal studies. The role involves managing shipping and receiving tasks and overseeing office operations. This position requires a motivated individual with a passion for working with animals and the ability to meet time-sensitive deadlines. Weekend and holiday work is expected.

Responsibilities

* Provide food, water, and clean housing to rodents according to SOPs.

* Perform daily health observations and report abnormalities.

* Monitor animal health and communicate issues to veterinary staff.

* Handle and restrain rodents safely.

* Assist with small animal dosing via various administration routes.

* Support in vivo research team with study setup and activities.

* Maintain accurate records of facility procedures and metrics.

* Perform cage wash duties, including processing and sterilizing caging.

* Manage breeding, weaning, and animal identification tasks.

* Ensure facility sanitation and stock room supplies.

* Monitor and record environmental parameters.

* Perform euthanasia and necropsy procedures as needed.

* Operate husbandry-related equipment using approved procedures.

* Collaborate with management and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance.

* Generate necessary documentation for animal studies.

* Arrange shipment of samples to external laboratories.

* Catalog tissue shipments and manage biometric reports.

* Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

* Collaborate on shipping and receiving operations.

* Prepare and track incoming and outgoing shipments.

* Resolve discrepancies in shipping, storage, or receiving.

* Maintain accurate inventory logs and engage with vendors positively.

* Oversee office operations and administrative tasks.

Essential Skills

* Bachelor's degree in science (biology or equivalent) or relevant training.

* Veterinary technician training or AALAS certification.

* Experience in a laboratory setting with exposure to laboratory animals.

* Ability to perform repetitive tasks efficiently.

* Strong teamwork and organizational skills.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PRISM, Mat Lab, Key Solutions, Box.

* Basic math skills: adding, subtracting, multiplication, and division.

* Ability to stand for long periods and lift items up to 40 lbs.

* Demonstrated communication skills.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Previous work experience in relevant roles.

* Experience with potentially hazardous substances.

* Proficiency in handling PPE (personal protective equipment).

* Soft skills:

proactive, organized, integrity, compassion, reliability, timeliness, accurate documentation.

Work Environment

The position operates on a Tuesday to Saturday shift from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. Training occurs Monday to Friday on the same schedule. On Saturdays, the lab tech works alone and must be able to work autonomously, make decisions, and handle the emotional aspects of the role. The work requires standing for long periods and handling potentially hazardous substances with PPE.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boulder, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $27.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Boulder,CO.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 22, 2026.

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