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MaineGuide lists this Surgical Technician (Rodent) - Bar Harbor opportunity in ellsworth, Maine. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join Our Team as a Surgical Technician
Are you interested in building a career in animal science or biomedical research? Our Surgical Technician position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a supportive and dynamic environment. Prior surgical experience is not required – we provide comprehensive training to help you develop the skills needed to perform surgical procedures in mice and contribute to essential surgical support tasks.
This is a great opportunity for individuals with experience or interest in veterinary technology, animal care, or laboratory research who are ready to take the next step in a specialized, impactful role. We also support professional development through certification with the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS), including ALAT, LAT, and LATG.
If you're detail-oriented, motivated to learn, and committed to exceptional standards of animal welfare, we encourage you to apply.
What You'll Do
As a Surgical Technician, you'll be responsible for:
Performing perioperative tasks including:Pre-operative health assessments
Safe and effective anesthesia administration
Accurate medication dosing and documentation
Monitoring intra-operative vitals
Ensuring smooth anesthetic recovery
Maintaining complete and consistent surgical records
Providing surgical support through:Post-operative animal assessment and treatment
Stocking and sanitizing surgical areas
Equipment maintenance and basic husbandry
Packing mice for shipment to customers
Performing minor surgical procedures such as incision repair
Continuously developing your surgical skills
Supporting additional duties as needed
What You Bring
We're looking for someone with:
Experience working with laboratory rodents (preferred)
Ability to learn to aseptically perform basic survival surgical procedures on mice using a microscope
Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate across various levels of the organization
A positive attitude and adaptability in a fast‑paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel
Flexibility to work rotating weekends/holidays and occasional travel
Confidence in animal handling and performing a variety of biomethods
Exceptional attention to detail and consistency
Ability to prioritize tasks and communicate effectively with your team
A proactive mindset for learning and skill development
Knowledge of animal anatomy and physiology, typically acquired through:A BS degree in Animal Science or a related field, or
A high school diploma and at least 1 year of experience working with rodents
Ready to Apply?
We'd love to learn more about you! Please submit cover letter and resume with your application. Tell us what excites you about this opportunity and how your background aligns with the role.
Pay Range: $19.93 - $27.40
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About JAX:
The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute‑designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California),Japan andChina. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.
Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit
EEO Statement:
The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
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Worksite address
ellsworth, ME, 04065, US
Who can apply
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