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Animal/ Veterinary Technician

22nd Century Technologies, Inc.
Pay Range: $20/hr. to $22/hr. - W2
United States, California, Duarte
Nov 14, 2025
Job Title: Vet/ Veterinary technician Location: Duarte, CA 91010 Duration: 6 months possible extension Shift: 1st shift Pay Range: $20/hr. to $22/hr. on w2 without benefits Position Summary: The research support technician is responsible for performing tasks and procedures associated with managing the production of research animal breeding colonies, including mating, weaning, animal identification, tissue biopsy, data collection, and communication with researchers using these services. Role & Responsibilities: Observes all animals in assigned work area and reports any sick, injured, or distressed animals to an Animal Health Technician or Veterinarian. Changes cages at scheduled intervals and whenever needed to support animal health and well-being. Ensures animals have adequate food and water at all times. Follows breeding plan and mating schemes to meet animal production goals. Reports breeding issues promptly to Animal Breeding Supervisor or Coordinator. Performs tissue biopsy and animal identification in a timely manner. Wean and separate litters as well as transfer animals for experimental use in a timely manner. Accurately documents breeding activities. Promptly responds to researcher requests for breeding colony information. Effectively communicates with researchers and supervisors on a regular basis to inform them of their colony status and any issues/questions that may arise. Document daily husbandry and breeding activities. Monitors and documents animal holding room environment. Reports non-compliant environmental parameters and/or malfunctioning equipment to the Supervisor or Facilities Manager. Maintains animal holding rooms and assigned support areas in a clean and orderly state. Sanitizes animal holding rooms and assigned support areas. Research Support Technician (Animal Breeding). Performs weekly animal census accurately and reconciles discrepancies in a timely manner in accordance with CCM policies. Minimum Education: Minimum Education: High School or equivalent Minimum Experience: No animal breeding experience required; 2+ years of experience working in a laboratory animal care or veterinary technician position or related field. Excellent oral/written communication and organizational skills Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time including: gown/coveralls, gloves, masks, face shields, goggles, sleeves, and head covers Physical Demands: Heavy physical effort (lift/carry up to 50 lbs.)