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How much does a Laboratory Animal Technician I make in New Mexico? The average Laboratory Animal Technician I salary in New Mexico is $38,000 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $36,600 and $42,300. 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.

Laboratory Animal Technician I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Laboratory Animal Technician I Salary $35,325 NM March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Laboratory Animal Technician I Salary $36,600 NM March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Laboratory Animal Technician I Salary $38,000 NM March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Laboratory Animal Technician I Salary $42,300 NM March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Laboratory Animal Technician I Salary $46,215 NM March 26, 2024
25% $36,600 10% $35,325 90% $46,215 75% $42,300 $38,000 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Laboratory Animal Technician I cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Provides daily care for research animals of various species. Being a Laboratory Animal Technician I 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, Laboratory Animal Technician I 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 Laboratory Animal Technician I works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Laboratory Animal Technician I

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Laboratory Animal Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Sunland Park, NM Avg. Salary $35,821 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abiquiu, NM Avg. Salary $38,248 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamogordo, NM Avg. Salary $36,685 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albuquerque, NM Avg. Salary $38,659 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alcalde, NM Avg. Salary $38,248 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Algodones, NM Avg. Salary $38,166 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alto, NM Avg. Salary $36,068 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amalia, NM Avg. Salary $38,248 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amistad, NM Avg. Salary $37,055 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Angel Fire, NM Avg. Salary $38,248 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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