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Animal Technician

Actalent
San Francisco, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 4/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2026

Job Title: Animal Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Animal Technician to join our team. The role requires working from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, starting as soon as possible for a duration of 26 weeks.

Responsibilities

  • Perform animal husbandry tasks including feeding, watering, and providing appropriate bedding.
  • Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of animal cages and enclosures.
  • Handle animals safely and humanely as part of routine care and research protocols.
  • Document and maintain accurate records of animal care and any deviations from standard procedures.
  • Adhere to Environmental Health and Safety procedures, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.

Essential Skills

  • Graduation from high school or GED.
  • Completion of training equivalent to the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician certification of the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS).
  • Minimum of one year of animal care experience.
  • Strong knowledge and abilities essential for successful performance in animal care duties.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Familiarity with biomedical research and animal models of disease.
  • Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification.
  • California Driving License.
  • Ability to work effectively in a high-throughput, dynamic, and physically demanding environment.
  • Ability to collaborate efficiently with team members.

Work Environment

The role is based in a laboratory environment within a Vivarium. The position involves following Standard Operating Procedures and requires wearing Personal Protective Equipment as necessary.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of San Francisco, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/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 San Francisco,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 18, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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