Lab Animal Care Specialist

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

100% preventive healthcare

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs (TRS)

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

PSLF Qualified Employer

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking an Animal Care Attendant to provide care, feeding, and transport of laboratory animals under supervision, and to maintain cleanliness of facilities.

The role requires adherence to SOPs, daily health observations, proper housing, and weekend availability as needed, with opportunities to support diverse animal species and assist veterinary staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous experience in animal caretaking.

Responsibilities

• Review, comprehend, and comply with SOPs and QA standards for the area.
• Monitor daily animal health and welfare and perform health observations and husbandry duties.
• Assist with restraint, handling, and manipulation of various animal species as directed by supervisor.
• Receive, identify and house selected animal species and maintain related records.
• Operate equipment and use supplies following safety guidelines; sanitize facilities and equipment.
• May perform minor medical treatments of animals as directed by veterinary staff.
• Perform housekeeping and wear required PPE; observe and report equipment issues.
• Maintain attendance and adhere to work schedule; weekend work possible.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Animal caretaking experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking an Animal Care Attendant to provide care, feeding, and transport of laboratory animals under supervision, and to maintain cleanliness of facilities.

The role requires adherence to SOPs, daily health observations, proper housing, and weekend availability as needed, with opportunities to support diverse animal species and assist veterinary staff.