Animal Care Technician
Job Description
Posting Number
PG194644SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Animal Care TechnicianAnticipated Hiring Range
$34,320 - $38,000 (commensurate with education & experience)Work Schedule
M-F Day ShiftJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Animal ResourcesAbout the Department
The mission of Laboratory Animal Resources (LAR) is to provide NCSU faculty with optimal animal resources at the least practical cost. The term “animal resources” includes not only animal housing facilities but also animal husbandry services, veterinary care, technical services, expertise in laboratory animal technology and medicine, and assurance of compliance with regulatory requirements and institutional policies for animal care and use. LAR is responsible for assisting faculty in conducting animal experimentation in keeping with these standards and is committed to assuring the well-being of experimental animals while providing services that facilitate their humane and reasonable use.
North Carolina State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is a dynamic community whose members are dedicated to preparing veterinarians and veterinarian scientists while advancing animal and human health from the cellular level through entire ecosystems.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.
What we offer:
What we offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Programs
- Disability Plans
- Life Insurance
- Accident Plan
- Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
- 12 Holidays Each Year
- Tuitionand Academic Assistance
- And so much more!
Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
Love animals and want to make a real difference? Join our team!
We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate individual to help care for animals that play a vital role in scientific discovery and teaching. In this hands-on role, you’ll be part of a team that ensures the health, well-being, and comfort of our research animals every day.
We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate individual to help care for animals that play a vital role in scientific discovery and teaching. In this hands-on role, you’ll be part of a team that ensures the health, well-being, and comfort of our research animals every day.
What you’ll do:
- Provide daily care and enrichment to a variety of animals—ensuring they live in a clean, safe, and engaging environment
- Administer routine medications and help prepare special diets tailored to the needs of individual research animals
- Keep the facility spotless by following essential sanitation and safety protocols
- Maintain detailed records including animal counts, daily care logs, and medical treatment notes
- Help transport animals safely between locations
- Be part of our essential staff—this role may include weekend or holiday shifts to ensure consistent care
You’ll thrive in this role if you’re a strong communicator who enjoys working closely with a variety of people—from researchers and faculty to fellow team members. You should be comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs (with or without a reasonable accomodation) and excited about the opportunity to care for a varied range of research and lab animals, each with their own unique needs.
This is more than a job—it’s a chance to be part of meaningful work that supports groundbreaking research and education. If you have a passion for animal care and a strong sense of responsibility, we’d love to meet you!
Other Responsibilities
- Keep detailed, up-to-date records to ensure every animal gets the care they need and nothing slips through the cracks
- Provide daily care and attention to a wide variety of species—helping them stay healthy, happy, and thriving
- Give routine medications with care, making sure each animal is comfortable and properly treated
- Support a clean, safe environment by following high standards for sanitation and safety—because their well-being depends on it
Minimum Experience/Education
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Other Required Qualifications
- N/A
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior professional experience in mouse colony management
- Experience with inventory control and maintenance
- Experience in animal husbandry
- Wide variety of species care (especially livestock/poultry/aquatics)
- AALAS certifications
Required License or Certification
- Valid Driver’s license, obtain NC license within 60 days of hire.
Valid NC Driver's License required
YesCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
06/19/2025Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
07/17/2025Notice to Applicants
Please note that the work history on your resume must also be included in your application.
Special Instructions
Along with your completed application, please include as attachments a resume and contact information for at least three professional references.
Position Number
00044420Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Research TechnicianPosition Classification Band Level
ContributingPosition Classification Salary Range
$ 34,320 - $ 72,734Salary Grade Equivalency
GN04Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Medical EmergenciesTime Limited Position
NoDepartment Id
193001 - Animal ResourcesEEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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