Research Animal Technician — Rodent Care & Welfare

UT MD Anderson; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage from day one

PTO and holidays

Tuition Assistance Program

Employer‑provided retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking an Animal Technician in the Veterinary Medicine & Surgery department to support routine animal care in a research setting. The role involves physically demanding tasks and working onsite at the Texas Medical Center, with exposure to animal odors.

Minimum education is a High School Diploma or Equivalent; two years of animal care experience are preferred, with opportunities for career growth in a world‑class research environment.

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Preferred: Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree.
• Two years animal care experience in an animal hospital/clinic, research facility or related field.
• Prior experience in kennel, pet store, veterinary clinic, animal shelter, or similar environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Change animal cages, primarily mouse cages, according to schedules.
• Daily animal care and health flagging for assigned areas.
• Ensure ventilated cage racks and automated water systems function properly.
• Carry out routine rodent weaning and separation procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of animal housing and ancillary areas.
• Record data and document task completion in systems.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking an Animal Technician in the Veterinary Medicine & Surgery department to support routine animal care in a research setting. The role involves physically demanding tasks and working onsite at the Texas Medical Center, with exposure to animal odors.

Minimum education is a High School Diploma or Equivalent; two years of animal care experience are preferred, with opportunities for career growth in a world‑class research environment.