Laboratory Animal Caretaker
じっけんどうぶつしいくがかり
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized profession responsible for the breeding and management of laboratory animals used in pharmaceutical, agricultural, and life science research.
Description
Laboratory Animal Caretakers handle the breeding, health management, breeding management, and hygiene management of cages and breeding environments for laboratory animals such as mice and rats used in pharmaceutical development and basic research. They provide stable animal resources to researchers by adhering to animal welfare standards, aseptic techniques, and record-keeping. Facility operations management and compliance with laws and regulations are also required, demanding a high sense of responsibility and accuracy.
Future Outlook
Demand is stable and increasing with the expansion of pharmaceutical research and development and biotechnology fields. Interest in animal welfare and the 3Rs (Replacement, Reduction, Refinement) is growing, increasing the importance of highly specialized breeding management technicians.
Personality Traits
Attentive to details / Excellent observation skills / Has affection for animals / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Full-time / Pharmaceutical Company Research Institute Employment / Shift / University Research Institution Employment
Career Path
Laboratory Animal Caretaker (Junior) → Laboratory Animal Technician → Senior Laboratory Animal Technician → Laboratory Animal Facility Manager → Research Support Coordinator
Required Skills
Aseptic Rearing Techniques / Breeding Management / Cleaning and Disinfection of Breeding Environments / Laboratory Animal Handling Techniques / Observation and Recording of Health Status
Recommended Skills
Animal Experiment Regulations / Animal Welfare Knowledge / Basic GLP Knowledge / Basic Pathology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to details in animal health status and hygiene management is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina due to tasks like cage cleaning and animal transport. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily manual-based tasks with little need for creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Detailed numerical management is supplementary, with little specialized mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Animal Handling Supervisor
- Laboratory Animal Technician Certification
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