How much does a Senior Research Animal Technician make in Maryland? The average Senior Research Animal Technician salary in Maryland is $51,133 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $48,313 and $54,423. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Senior Research Animal Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Research Animal Technician Salary $45,746 MD March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Senior Research Animal Technician Salary $48,313 MD March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Senior Research Animal Technician Salary $51,133 MD March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Senior Research Animal Technician Salary $54,423 MD March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Senior Research Animal Technician Salary $57,418 MD March 26, 2024
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The Senior Research Animal Technician cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Provides daily care for research animals of various species. Being a Senior Research Animal Technician follows standard operating procedures and all biosafety and animal welfare regulations. Monitors the health and well being of the animals, maintains logs of animal diet, behavior, vital signs and other data. In addition, Senior Research Animal Technician may perform procedures to collect samples. May transport animals to and from laboratories. Requires a high school diploma. May require Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) or other certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Senior Research Animal Technician works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Working as a Senior Research Animal Technician typically requires 1-3 years of related experience, or may need 0 years of experience with additional specialized training and/or certification. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Dundalk, MD Avg. Salary $50,964 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abell, MD Avg. Salary $54,930 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aberdeen, MD Avg. Salary $49,923 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Avg. Salary $50,220 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, MD Avg. Salary $49,972 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Accident, MD Avg. Salary $44,370 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Accokeek, MD Avg. Salary $55,078 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adamstown, MD Avg. Salary $53,889 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allen, MD Avg. Salary $52,699 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Andrews Air Force Base, MD Avg. Salary $55,178 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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