Senior Lab Animal Technician - Vivarium Lead & Mentor

University of North Texas System; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Texas System is seeking a Senior Lab Animal Technician at the UNT Vivarium Lab in Denton. The role provides high-quality care and operational support for daily animal facility activities, ensuring welfare and regulatory adherence.

Reporting to the Research Animal Lab Manager, the technician mentors junior staff, supports research teams, and helps maintain SOPs and documentation under IACUC and institutional standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field and 2 years of laboratory animal care or husbandry.
• AALAS LAT certification required.
• Experience with regulatory compliance and IACUC procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lab Manager with Vivarium operations and welfare issues.
• Provide mentorship to junior staff and animal users.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Conduct daily inspections of animal housing and records.
• Perform procedures under active IACUC protocols.
• Train others on equipment use and safety.

Skills

Up-to-date technical knowledge

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Autoclaves

Cage wash units

Record keeping systems

Job description

The University of North Texas System is seeking a Senior Lab Animal Technician at the UNT Vivarium Lab in Denton. The role provides high-quality care and operational support for daily animal facility activities, ensuring welfare and regulatory adherence.

Reporting to the Research Animal Lab Manager, the technician mentors junior staff, supports research teams, and helps maintain SOPs and documentation under IACUC and institutional standards.