Research Associate in Biological Science (Purdue University)

Req ID: 38290 Job Title: Research Technician, Associate City: West Lafayette Posting Start Date: 8/4/25 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime) Retirement Eligibility: Non-Exempt Defined Contribution Plan 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. Responsibilities include: Changing cages/cleaning stalls Using specialized equipment (including rack washer, bulk autoclave, steam gun, skid steer) Working with animals exposed to biological/chemical/radiation hazards Preparing animal caging components for use in the animal facilities Performing other cleaning and maintenance duties as necessary Occasional euthanasia of rodents What We’re Looking For High School Diploma/GED Two 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 weekends/holidays Ability to pull/push large heavy equipment; push/pull equipment up and down ramps; repetitive lifting/turning/bending/reaching (high and low) Ability to be on feet 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 What Is Helpful Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree 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 Purdue University is an EO/EA University If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Academicoxy

Req ID: 38290
Job Title: Research Technician, Associate
City: West Lafayette
Posting Start Date: 8/4/25
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Non-Exempt Defined Contribution Plan

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. Responsibilities include:

Changing cages/cleaning stalls
Using specialized equipment (including rack washer, bulk autoclave, steam gun, skid steer)
Working with animals exposed to biological/chemical/radiation hazards
Preparing animal caging components for use in the animal facilities
Performing other cleaning and maintenance duties as necessary
Occasional euthanasia of rodents

What We’re Looking For

High School Diploma/GED
Two 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 weekends/holidays
Ability to pull/push large heavy equipment; push/pull equipment up and down ramps; repetitive lifting/turning/bending/reaching (high and low)
Ability to be on feet 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