Lead Husbandry Technician & Training Coordinator

Position Details

Title: Lead Husbandry Technician & Training Coordinator

Employee Classification: Lead Husb Tech & Train Coord

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation

Sub Division-Department: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation

Department: HSC-Laboratory Animal Medicine-390010

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: 72000

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

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The Department of Laboratory Animal Medicine (DLAM) is committed to providing UNT Health faculty, staff, students and other partners with high quality, cost-effective research bio-resources. DLAM has a dedicated and experienced staff that contributes to the HSC's exemplary program of animal care and use. DLAM provides veterinary and personnel training and expertise in laboratory animal medicine and technology. DLAM is dedicated to support the University's research and teaching goals, to promote and assure humane care and use of animals through compliance with the Animal Welfare Act, Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare, Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC) International and University policies for the humane care and use of animals.

DLAM advises and educates researchers, staff, students and other professionals on animal experimentation issues and promotes best practices for the responsible use of animals. Our primary concern is the welfare of the animals used in the facility. We maintain vigilance in ensuring that the animals experience proper care and handling with minimal discomfort or pain, as well as live in an enriching environment.

We adopt and abide by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine's Position Statement regarding animal experimentation. There are state-of-the-art facilities totaling approximately 40,000 square feet. DLAM is equipped to house multiple species and strains, including immunocompromised and genetically modified animals. DLAM provides husbandry and veterinary care for animals 365 days per year.

This position provides hands-on technical support in the vivarium, performing and coordinating daily husbandry activities, assisting with workflow and personnel coverage, and ensuring humane animal care in support of research and teaching. The role helps monitor facility conditions, supports compliance with State, Federal, and University regulations, and contributes to staff training, documentation, enrichment efforts, and the development and implementation of departmental SOPs and policies.

Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Laboratory Animal Technologist certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science is required within one year of employment. Must be up to date on Tetanus vaccine.

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision.
• Skill in the use of standard office equipment and software.
• Ability to anticipate and diffuse problems before they occur.
• Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to problem-solve a variety of situations.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes, regulations, codes, and standards related to the area of responsibility.

Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience; or any equivalent combination of education and…