Inotiv·Indianapolis, Indiana
The role focuses on basic animal husbandry, including cage cleaning, sanitation, and the handling and restraint of rodents. Additionally, the technician is responsible for performing health assessments, filling customer orders, and maintaining facility records.
Monday - Friday: Weekend Rotations
We are seeking an Animal Care Technician to join our dynamic team! This position will focus on overall animal care and welfare, production and selection for customer orders, facility upkeep and recordkeeping and procedural duties. The person in this role will need to feel passionate about working with animals, enjoy and excel at organization, and support and maintain a clean, safe and compliant working environment. We are seeking someone that is hardworking, shows attention to detail, takes initiative, has a teamwork mentality and positive attitude.
*This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person’s relevant experience and/or education level.
Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we “Play to Win” in an industry rich with opportunity.
Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.
There’s an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual’s unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct.
If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people’s lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen.
Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities.
include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!
Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.
Candidates must be passionate about animal care and capable of lifting up to 50lbs and standing for extended periods. Availability for rotating weekends, holidays, and overtime is required.
Market context
In Indiana, Laboratory Animal Care Technician I roles are typically driven by ongoing demand in research, university, and biomedical settings that rely on consistent animal care support. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for dependable candidates who can handle physical tasks, rotating schedules, and strict care routines. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and if you apply, be ready to highlight your animal care interest and schedule flexibility.