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Research Study Technician- Animal Operations

Labcorp · Madison, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This role involves handling and restraining animals in drug safety and toxicity studies. How do you feel about that part of the work?

What they are checking: Whether they have made peace with research animal work and can do it humanely day after day.

Tell me about any hands-on experience you have with animals, in a lab, clinic, farm or shelter.

What they are checking: Whether they have real comfort around animals, since nervous handling stresses animals and causes bites or injuries.

The schedule is 6:30 AM to 3:15 PM with some weekends. How will that work for you?

What they are checking: Whether they can reliably make early starts and weekend coverage, because animals need care every day.

Husbandry duties can mean cleaning cages and feeding large and small animals. How do you feel about that physical, repetitive work?

What they are checking: Whether they expect the unglamorous parts of the job and will still do them carefully.

Tell me about a time you followed a detailed procedure in a class lab. What did you do to make sure you got every step right?

What they are checking: Whether a recent graduate already has habits of checking their own work against written steps.

What would you do

You notice an animal looks lethargic and is not eating, but it is not on your task list. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they report changes in animal health promptly, which matters for welfare and for the study record.

You realize you recorded a body weight on the wrong animal's sheet an hour ago. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they correct records the proper way and tell someone, rather than erasing or hiding the error.

How would you handle working around personal protective equipment requirements and possible allergens all day?

What they are checking: Whether they take PPE and animal allergen risks seriously instead of seeing them as a hassle.

About the work

Why does it matter that every animal in a study is handled and dosed exactly as the protocol says?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that deviations can ruin study data that decides if a drug moves forward.

What does good documentation look like when you are recording observations on a regulated study?

What they are checking: Whether they know records must be accurate, real-time and traceable, since auditors can review every entry.

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Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives. Labcorp is seeking a Research Study Technician to join our team in Madison, WI! Work Schedule : Monday-Friday 6:30 am-3:15 pm CST some weekends required. Job Responsibilities: As a Research Study Technician, you’ll apply your scientific curiosity in researching the effectiveness, safety and toxicity of drugs in early development animal research studies. • Handling and restraining animals. • May provide husbandry duties to small and large animals. • Perform various dosing techniques with small and large animals. • Administering test items. • Collecting biological samples. • Performing clinical observations. • Collecting and reviewing data in accordance with the Good Laboratory Practice Regulations (GLP) and standard operating procedures. • Organizing study related activities and data. • Maintaining the highest standards of animal care and welfare in accordance with the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International (AAALAC). ​ Minimum Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in a Life Science discipline (Biology, Wildlife, Pre-veterinary, Zoology, Animal Science, or related Life Science disciplines) OR Associate degree in Laboratory Animal Technology or Veterinary Technology plus 6 months or more of experience in clinical support, laboratory animal care, or assisting veterinary or research staff in a regulated laboratory or research environment. Preferred Qualifications: • 6 months or more of direct animal care experience in a research lab or farming operation (large or small animals). • AALAS Certification Additional Job Standards: • Flexibility to work overtime as needed. • Commitment to animal welfare, safety, and ethical care standards. • Reliable adherence to protocols, SOPs, and regulatory guidelines. • Demonstrated attention to detail. • Flexibility to work overtime as needed. • Exceptional customer service. • Strong communication skills; both written and verbal. • Ability to work independently or in a team environment. • Comfortable working under minimal supervision. • Willingness to learn and adapt, including new equipment, procedures, or compliance requirements. Pay Rate: $23/hr. After initial training period (based on performance) $.50 increase. ​ Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. For more detailed information, please  click here . • Relocation assistance available. #LifeAtLabcorp Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. We encourage all to apply If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance using our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or needs an accommodation, please visit our accessibility site or contact us at Labcorp Accessibility. For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement .

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