Animal Care Team Lead & Training Coach

UT Southwestern; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan (TRS)

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

PSLF eligible

Wellness programs

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks an Animal Care Team Lead to oversee daily operations in animal facilities and supervise the vivaria staff, ensuring compliance with regulations and quality standards. The role requires training, mentoring, and hands-on involvement with diverse animal species.

You will contribute to safety programs, maintain records, support audits, and collaborate with supervisors to optimize staffing and equipment while upholding high animal welfare standards.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 1 year in an animal care facility/operations or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Oversee animal care staff of the vivaria.
• Maintain knowledge of species handling, restraint, breeding and technical skills.
• Train and mentor animal care staff; advise on promotions.
• Oversee animal care program record keeping (logs, census, breeding, services).
• Assist in inspections and QA programs; advise on staffing and equipment needs.
• Support facility maintenance and safety programs; participate in project start meetings.

Skills

Animal care

Supervision

Record keeping

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's or Associate's Degree

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks an Animal Care Team Lead to oversee daily operations in animal facilities and supervise the vivaria staff, ensuring compliance with regulations and quality standards. The role requires training, mentoring, and hands-on involvement with diverse animal species.

You will contribute to safety programs, maintain records, support audits, and collaborate with supervisors to optimize staffing and equipment while upholding high animal welfare standards.