Animal Resources Team Lead — Research Facility

MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance from day one

Paid time off + holidays

Tuition assistance program

Pension and retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking an Animal Resources Team Leader in the Veterinary Medicine and Surgery unit to supervise Animal Attendants and Technicians and ensure high-quality animal care in support of AAALAC accreditation standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, collaboration, and compliance with regulatory programs, with a schedule of Monday–Friday and occasional weekend/holiday coverage. Salary ranges start at $25.75/hour and reflect experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• LAT certification within 180 days required for employment.
• Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's degree; leadership experience with animals.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervision with day-to-day operations and scheduling.
• Supervise Animal Attendants and Technicians; provide training and evaluation.
• Report operational and compliance issues to supervisor daily.
• Participate in IACUC, AAALAC, USDA regulatory activities.
• Record data in appropriate systems and manage task completion.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Supervision

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree Preferred

LAT Certification (AALAS) within 180 days

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking an Animal Resources Team Leader in the Veterinary Medicine and Surgery unit to supervise Animal Attendants and Technicians and ensure high-quality animal care in support of AAALAC accreditation standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, collaboration, and compliance with regulatory programs, with a schedule of Monday–Friday and occasional weekend/holiday coverage. Salary ranges start at $25.75/hour and reflect experience.