Animal Care Technician

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Raleigh seeks a skilled veterinary assistant to provide nursing care for laboratory animals undergoing anesthesia and procedures. The role involves maintaining rodent colonies and supporting complex research projects, requiring effective communication and prior experience in animal husbandry. A valid NC driver's license is necessary, and candidates must be prepared for physical demands.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge in rodent colony management and procedures.
• Prior professional experience in mouse colony management.
• Experience with various species of research and lab animals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain transgenic mouse colony including husbandry and database management.
• Perform experimental procedures and keep track of drug inventories.
• Engage in laboratory research and maintain a clean working environment.

Skills

Rodent colony management

Inventory control

Effective communication

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Along with your completed application, please include as attachments a resume and contact information for at least three professional references.

Job Posting Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PG194644SP

Internal Recruitment

Internal Recruitment No

Working Title

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range $34,320 - $38,000 (commensurate with education & experience)

Work Schedule

Work Schedule M-F Day Shift

Job Location

Department

Department Animal Resources

About the Department

The mission of Laboratory Animal Resources ( LAR ) is to provide NCSU faculty with optimal animal resources at the least practical cost. The term “animal resources” includes not only animal housing facilities but also animal husbandry services, veterinary care, technical services, expertise in laboratory animal technology and medicine, and assurance of compliance with regulatory requirements and institutional policies for animal care and use. LAR is responsible for assisting faculty in conducting animal experimentation in keeping with these standards and is committed to assuring the well-being of experimental animals while providing services that facilitate their humane and reasonable use.

North Carolina State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine ( CVM ) is a dynamic community whose members are dedicated to preparing veterinarians and veterinarian scientists while advancing animal and human health from the cellular level through entire ecosystems.

This position will act as a veterinary assistant and provide skilled nursing care for laboratory animals undergoing anesthesia and surgery with minimal supervision. This technician should be well-versed in rodent colony management, procedures, and training for PIs.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Maintain transgenic mouse colony (genotyping, husbandry, mouse ordering, interacting with vet techs, database management).
• Perform various experimental procedures, including phenotyping the mice, tissue harvesting and preparation, anesthesia administration, and tissue sectioning.
• Keep track of drug inventories for sedatives and anesthetics and maintain detailed logs of usage and disposal of controlled substances. Assist with data analysis.
• Maintain a detailed laboratory notebook. Engage in laboratory research by performing complex lab and research-related service tasks.
• Support the development, design, and conduct of increasingly complex research projects.
• Perform complex tasks independently and adapt methods and procedures to meet research needs.
• Complete specialized treatments in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Work proactively to keep patients clean and comfortable.
• Maintain a clean working environment to ensure Infectious Disease standards are followed, and infection is not spread.
• Handle all medical/biological and infectious waste appropriately.
• Follow all radiation safety, OSHA , IACUC , USDA , AAALAC , and Environmental Health and Safety standards.

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate animal records
• Perform basic animal husbandry on a wide variety of species
• Administer routine medications
• Maintain sanitation and safety procedures in accordance with regulations

Qualifications

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Other Required Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge in rodent colony management, procedures, and training for PIs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clientele, faculty, and supervisor.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Prior professional experience in mouse colony management.
• Experience with inventory control and maintenance.
• Ability to work with many different species of research and lab animals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in animal husbandry
• Wide variety of species care (especially livestock/poultry/aquatics)
• AALAS certifications

Required License or Certification

• Valid Driver’s license, obtain NC license within 60 days of hire.

Valid NC Driver's License required

Valid NC Driver's License required Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required?

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 06/19/2025

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 06/26/2025

Notice to Applicants

Please note that the work history on your resume must also be included in your application.

Special Instructions

Along with your completed application, please include as attachments a resume and contact information for at least three professional references.

Position Number

Position Number 00044420

Position Type

Position Type SHRA

Position Classification Band Title

Position Classification Band Title Research Technician

Position Classification Band Level

Position Classification Band Level Contributing

Position Classification Salary Range

Position Classification Salary Range $ 34,320 - $ 72,734

Salary Grade Equivalency

Salary Grade Equivalency GN04

Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0

Appointment

Appointment 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Medical Emergencies

Time Limited Position

Time Limited Position No

Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)

Department Id

Department Id 193001 - Animal Resources

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you learn of this opportunity?
  • NCSU Website
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  • NCSU Executive Search Services
  • Monster.com
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  • InsideHigherEd.com
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  • Other Online Job Board
  • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
  • Job / Career Fair
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Professional Journal
  • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
  • Radio / Television Advertisement
  • Professional Organization
  • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
  • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
  • NCSU Employee Referral
  • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
  • Other
• If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have a combination of training and experience required to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position?
  • Yes
  • No
• * This position requires the ability to lift of up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis. Are you able to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis with or without accommodation?
  • Yes
  • No
• * A valid NC driver's license is required for this position and must be maintained as a condition of employment. Do you have a valid NC driver's license or will you obtain it within 60 days of start date?
  • Yes, I have a valid NC driver’s license and understand that it must be maintained as a condition of employment.
  • Yes, while I do not currently have a valid NC driver’s license, I will obtain it within 60 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
  • No, I do not currently have a valid NC driver’s license, and I will not obtain it.
Required Documents
• Resume
• Contact Information for References
Optional Documents
• Cover Letter

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