Major/Essential Functions
- Ability to accurately maintain records and documentation
- Ability to follow written protocols, standard operating procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to communicate effectively with researchers, veterinary staff, and colleagues.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Grant Funded?
No
Pay Basis
Hourly
Schedule Details
M-F 8-5; Occasional Weekends
Work Location
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications
- One year of experience in laboratory animal care, veterinary care, animal husbandry, animal science, or a related field
- Any AALAS certification
Department
Animal Care Services
Required Attachments
Cover Letter, Professional License or Certification, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV
Job Type
Full Time
Shift
Day
Required Qualifications
Completion of High School or equivalent in education and directly related working experience; successful completion of a recognized course in laboratory animal science. Also six months experience as a Laboratory Animal Assistant I or the equivalent.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
About the Department and/or College
Animal Care Services (ACS), part of Texas Tech Research & Innovation, is the centrally administered support service for animal research and teaching programs at Texas Tech. ACS provides year-round care, accredited facilities, and support for approved animal research and teaching. The program’s facilities and services are available for all Texas Tech faculty, staff, and students who have been approved to conduct animal research by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).
Safety Information
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.
Job Family
Research
Job Sub Family
Laboratory Animal Care
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of laboratory animal husbandry principles and practices.
- Knowledge of sanitation and biosecurity procedures applicable to research animal facilities
- Ability to recognize and report signs of animal illness, injury, or distress.
- Ability to safely handle and restrain multiple laboratory animal species.
- Ability to operate animal care equipment and sanitation systems.
Hourly Pay Range
$15.14 - $19.71 - $24.23