Laboratory Technician Animal Care

David Farfan

Hopewell Junction, N.Y.

Cell Phone 347-***-****

Email: *********@*****.***

Objective

To obtain a position as an Animal Technician where I can leverage over 20 years of hands-on experience in laboratory animal care and research support. I aim to contribute to the success of the organization by applying my diverse skills, strong work ethic, and commitment to animal welfare, while continuing to grow professionally and personally Professional Experience

Pfizer – Laboratory Technician Specialist

April 2019 – June 2025

• Performed daily animal husbandry for various species including mice, rats, cotton rats, rabbits, ferrets, and non-human primates (NHPs).

• Maintained sanitation of rooms and cages; conducted biohazard waste removal.

• Monitored environmental conditions and ensured compliance with IACUC, USDA, Department of Health, and AAALAC standards.

• Collaborated with veterinary staff and researchers to observe and report animal health concerns.

• Served as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in training and performing blood collection techniques across multiple species.

Charles River Laboratories – Laboratory Technologist November 2018 – March 2019

• Supported laboratory operations and animal care in a regulated research environment.

Columbia University – Laboratory Technician B

August 2005 – March 2018

• Provided technical support in laboratory animal care and research procedures. Education

Southern New Hampshire University

September 2023 – Present

• Liberal Arts (In Progress)

School of Cooperative Technical Education – New York, NY

• Concentration in Carpentry and Electrical

Edward A. Reynolds West Side High School – New York, NY

• High School Diploma

Certifications

AALAS (American Association for Laboratory Animal Science)

• ALAT (Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician) – Achieved 10/08/2015

• LAT (Laboratory Animal Technician) – Achieved 07/13/2016 Skills

• Animal handling and care across multiple species

• Administration of injections: IV, IM, SQ, ID, IC, IP, PO

• Submandibular blood collection techniques

• Radiation safety procedures

• Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint

• Security guard experience

• Chocolatier skills

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