Cage Processing Technician

About the role

The Cage Processing Technician supports the health and cleanliness of research animals and their housing facilities across UBC's Animal Care Services. Working in a barrier environment, you will ensure that cages, equipment, and laboratory spaces meet strict safety and hygiene standards.

Key responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning and maintenance of animal cages and housing areas.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair equipment used in animal facilities.
• Carry out routine laboratory tasks associated with animal research.
• Handle potentially hazardous materials safely, using required personal protective equipment.
• Work across multiple facilities (CDM, MBF, CCM) and with various species.

Required profile

• Familiarity with day‑to‑day operations in animal research facilities.
• Ability to follow strict biosafety and animal welfare protocols.
• Comfort working in barrier and multi‑barrier environments.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Required skills

• Animal cage cleaning and sanitation.
• Equipment inspection and basic repair.
• Routine laboratory techniques related to animal research.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) for hazardous materials.

What we offer

• Competitive monthly salary range of $4,399 – $4,615 CAD.
• Union‑protected, salaried position (CUPE 116).
• Opportunity to work in state‑of‑the‑art research facilities.
• Supportive environment fostering professional growth.