What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Technician position at Texas State University?
Posting Information
Posting Information
Posting Number
2025279
Posting/Functional Title
Animal Care Technician
University Pay Plan Title
Animal Care Technician
Location
San Marcos
Department
Comparative Research Facility
Recruitment Type
Open to All
Job Type
Full-Time
Funding Source
Permanent
Monthly Salary
$2,916.00
Job Category
Non-Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 6 months prior experience with laboratory rodents
- Familiar with IVC caging systems
- Can perform routine maintenance of cage racks and cage wash equipment
- Follow all SOPs and guidelines and maintain accurate records
- Email and MS office applications
- Ability to work weekends and rotating holidays to ensure 365 day per year coverage
- Ability to work well with others and with minimum supervision
- Observe and report any concerns in a timely manner
- Open to learning new tasks
- Work hours are 7AM – 4PM
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree, prefer science or animal related
- AALAS certification at ALAT or LAT level
- Ability to problem solve
- Participate in development of facility SOPs
Job Description
The Animal Care Technician oversees the upkeep of the animal facility in compliance with the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal Welfare Act, the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, university policies and procedures, and all relevant laws and regulations.
Job Duties
- Maintain the animal facility to meet the standards of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal Welfare Act, the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, University policy and all state, federal and local laws, and regulations.
- Work with the principal investigators, research staff, and students to maintain standards of animal care and space requirements.
- Follow schedule for equipment maintenance, cage changing and sanitizing, maintain rooms and corridors. Assess environmental conditions and report anything outside of the accepted ranges required to ensure animal health.
- Maintain animal feed, bedding, and supplies. Notify CRF manager if supplies are running low.
- Assist the CRF manager with the training of researchers, students, and animal care employees in all aspects of proper animal care.
- Perform routine maintenance of facility equipment.
Additional Information to Applicants
- Must be available to work rotating holiday shifts.
Job Open Date
02/06/2025
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
Open Until Filled
Yes
Normal Work Days
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday, Saturday
Normal Work Hours Start
7:00AM
Normal Work Hours End
4:00PM
Posting Notices
Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system., You will be required to electronically attach a resume., You will be required to electronically attach a cover letter.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
- Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
- Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
- Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
- Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
- An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
- Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, welcoming, and growing universities in the nation.
Salary : $2,916
