Sr Lab Animal Technician

Title:

Sr Lab Animal Technician

Sr Lab Animal Technician

University of North Texas

UNT-Research & Innovation

UNT-Research & Innovation

UNT-Vivarium Animal Lab-190400

Denton

Commensurate with experience

1.000000

TRS Eligible

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The University of North Texas Animal Resource Core (ARC) is a research core within the Division of Research and Innovation, providing comprehensive laboratory animal care, research support and specialized animal facility services to support the university’s research and academic mission.

The Sr Lab Animal Technician provides operational and technical support for the daily functions of the Vivarium Animal Lab. Reporting to and in collaboration with the Research Animal Lab Manager, this position ensures the delivery of high-quality animal care, mentors junior husbandry staff and supports regulatory compliance across institutional and federal standards. This position provides technical expertise and guidance as a resource for supporting all research staff and animal care personnel.

Bachelor's degree in related field, and two years of experience in laboratory animal care or animal husbandry; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) at the Laboratory Animal Technician level required.

• Ability to keeping up-to-date technically and apply new knowledge to the job.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Skill in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Skill in decision making by considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and choosing the most appropriate one.
• Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes, regulations, codes, and standards related to the area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Skill in performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Ability to perform maintenance, to follow instructions, and to interpret drawings and diagrams.
• Ability to complete an Occupational Health Medical history review and receive clearance to work with animals prior to commencing work.

Minimum of two years work experience providing responsible laboratory animal care in a Vivarium…