Animal Care Technician 1-3 CPG
State of Louisiana
About this Job
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We’re looking for an Animal Care Technician (Laboratory Technician) to join our New Iberia Research Center team.
This position is located at the New Iberia Research Center.
4401 W. Admiral Doyle Dr.
New Iberia, LA 70506**Various openings available**
Minimum Qualifications
- Two years of general laboratory experience; OR
Completion of an accredited clinical laboratory or medical laboratory technology program; OR
An associate or bachelor’s degree in medical technology, nursing, clinical laboratory science, or a biological, physical, or chemical science; OR
Certification as a Laboratory Animal Technician or Laboratory Animal Technologist by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every six semester hours earned from an accredited college or university in any of the biological, physical, chemical, or agricultural sciences will substitute for one year of experience.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Positions in Human Testing Laboratory environments must be licensed to practice as either a Laboratory Assistant or a Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Technician in the State of Louisiana as required by Louisiana Clinical Laboratory Personnel Law R.S. 37:1311-1329 and the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners. Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
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Job Duties :
As a Laboratory Technician (CPG Levels 1–3), you will play a vital role in supporting laboratory operations through technical, maintenance, and observational work. Responsibilities increase in complexity as you advance through the levels. In this role, you will:
Assist with the preparation, calibration, and operation of laboratory instruments and equipment
Conduct tests, record data, and compile reports in accordance with established lab procedures
Prepare and handle chemical, biological, or physical samples and reagents
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of lab instruments and facilities
Observe and document results, maintaining accurate records for experiments and procedures
Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and procedural standards
Support research and instructional staff during experiments and laboratory classes
Monitor equipment and materials inventory and submit orders as needed
Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and escalate more complex problems appropriately
- Provide mentorship or assistance to junior technicians or student workers, as appropriate to the level
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational
Work Location: New Iberia, LA
Compensation: Minimum hourly rate $15.18
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Taronsler Faye Cormier
Human Resources Specialist
faye.cormier@louisiaina.edu
University of Louisiana at Lafayette Human Resources