Vivarium Lab Technician: Animal Care & Compliance

University of North Texas - Denton; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Texas is seeking a Lab Animal Technician to provide essential daily husbandry and care for laboratory animals in the Vivarium Lab. The role operates under the supervision of the Research Animal Lab Manager to ensure humane care and regulatory compliance.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination. ALAT certification or attainment within 18 months of hire is required, with tetanus vaccination up to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and one year related experience or equivalent.
• ALAT certification may be required within 18 months of hire.
• Must be up-to-date on tetanus vaccination.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily animal husbandry and care for laboratory animals.
• Maintain accurate husbandry and care records per SOPs.
• Monitor health observations and report welfare concerns to supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with PPE, biosecurity, and facility SOPs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow protocols

Interpersonal skills

Animal behavior knowledge

Equipment operation

Manual handling

Record-keeping

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ALAT certification

Job description

The University of North Texas is seeking a Lab Animal Technician to provide essential daily husbandry and care for laboratory animals in the Vivarium Lab. The role operates under the supervision of the Research Animal Lab Manager to ensure humane care and regulatory compliance.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination. ALAT certification or attainment within 18 months of hire is required, with tetanus vaccination up to