Animal Care Technician @ Actalent

Animal Care Technician / Animal Husbandry Associate (Entry-Level Graduates Encouraged to Apply)

Location: On-SiteExperience Level: Entry Level

About the Role

This is a great opportunity for recent graduates interested in gaining hands-on experience in the life sciences, biotechnology, animal science, veterinary, or research industries. In this role, you will support the daily care and well-being of research animals while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care and husbandry for research animals, including feeding, watering, cleaning, and monitoring animal health.
• Observe animal behavior and physical condition, reporting any concerns to the appropriate team members.
• Follow established animal care, breeding, and biosecurity procedures.
• Maintain clean and sanitized animal housing areas through routine sterilization and sanitation practices.
• Accurately document daily activities using tablet-based systems.
• Support breeding programs and help ensure animals are maintained according to research and welfare standards.
• Work collaboratively with team members to ensure high-quality animal care and facility operations.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in a Life Science field such as Biology, Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Neuroscience, Biochemistry, or a related discipline preferred.
• Candidates with a high school diploma and 2+ years of relevant animal care experience will also be considered.
• Interest in animal care, laboratory research, life sciences, or veterinary fields.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately.
• Comfortable using tablets and technology for documentation.
• Reliable, punctual, and eager to learn.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the day.
• Comfortable with repetitive tasks and frequent movement.
• Ability to climb stairs and work on multiple facility levels.
• Able to lift and move materials as needed.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wilmington, MA.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $21.25 - $21.25/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Wilmington,MA.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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.