Animal Experiment Assistant
どうぶつじっけんじょしゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that involves breeding and managing laboratory animals and assisting with experiments based on researchers' instructions.
Description
Animal experiment assistants manage the health of laboratory animals such as mice and rats, handle feeding and watering, clean cages, and maintain breeding environments. Under researchers' instructions, they perform sample collection, drug administration assistance, and data recording in accordance with experiment protocols. They ensure compliance with animal welfare and related regulations, handle hygiene management and disinfection, and contribute to the reliability of experiment results.
Future Outlook
With increasing awareness of animal welfare and promotion of the 3R principles, the sophistication of animal experiment assistance is progressing. Demand for personnel with specialized knowledge is expected to continue in the future.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good Team Player / Likes Animals / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Full-time / Indoor Work / Research Facility Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Laboratory Animal Technician → Research Assistant → Researcher → Laboratory Animal Facility Manager
Required Skills
Administration, Blood Collection, and Dissection Techniques / Animal Handling / Breeding Environment Management / Feeding and Watering Management / Hygiene Management
Recommended Skills
Animal Welfare Law Knowledge / Basic Veterinary Medicine Knowledge / English Literature Reading / Experiment Protocol Understanding
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it affects the reliability of experiment results. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to learn new experiment techniques and animal welfare standards. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength is required for tasks such as cage cleaning and animal transport. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because collaboration with multiple researchers and technicians is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because experiment procedures are prescribed, and there is little need for original idea generation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Laboratory Animal Technician Certification Exam (JSAA)
Aliases
- Laboratory Animal Assistant
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