UTS - Temporary Laboratory Animal Technician at UNC Chapel Hill

North Carolina State University; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attend non-revenue sporting events for

Childcare discounts

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Wellness Programs

Job summary

NC State University seeks a UTS - Temporary Laboratory Animal Technician at UNC Chapel Hill to care for research animals, maintain cages, observe animals, and assist investigators. The role includes handling, restraint, treatments, and coordination with researchers in a laboratory setting.

Work schedule is Monday–Friday with alternating weekends/holidays, totaling 40 hours per week. This is a time-limited position with potential for extension based on need and performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others and effectively communicate.
• Ability to move/lift 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for research animals, including cage cleaning and sanitation.
• Observe and handle animals; perform restraint and basic treatments as needed.
• Support investigators with communication and logistics of studies.
• Respond to emergency situations and participate in weather-related duties.
• Occasional weekend and holiday work on a rotating basis.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

UTS - Temporary Laboratory Animal Technician at UNC Chapel Hill

The Laboratory Animal Technician is responsible for the daily care of research animals, including cage cleaning and sanitation, animal observation, handling and restraint, treatments, investigator support/communication, navigating sanitation equipment and facility maintenance. Emergency duties required during adverse weather and/or other emergency situations. Weekend and holiday work required occationally on a rotating basis.

Is Time Limited

Is Time Limited No

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts , Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Department Information

Job City & State

Department

System Information

Classification Title

Classification Title Temporary-Service Maintenance

Working Title

Working Title UTS - Temporary Laboratory Animal Technician at UNC Chapel Hill

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday- Friday with alternating weekends/holidays, 40hrs/week

Other Work/Responsibilities

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work

Department Required Skills

• Qualified applicants must have a demonstrated ability to work well with others and effectively communicate.
• Ability to move/lift 50 pounds with or without accommodation – Requires prolonged and/or repetitive reaching, bending, and twisting.

There will be exposure to Blood borne Pathogens, Hazardous Materials, Laboratory animals.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail]. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

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
  • Job Alert (automated email from our system)
  • NCSU Executive Search Services
  • Monster.com
  • CareerBuilder.com
  • InsideHigherEd.com
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • 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
• * Are you comfortable working around animals?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience working in a laboratory animal setting?

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

NC STATE UNIVERSITY

RALEIGH, NC 27695

PHONE: [phone]