Animal Care Technician Jobs in North Carolina

Job Posting Information

Posting Number PG195058SP

Internal Recruitment No

Working Title Animal Care Technician

Anticipated Hiring Range $34,320 - $38,000 (commensurate with education & experience)

Work Schedule Full Time Day Shift - schedule includes some weekend and holiday work

Job Location Raleigh, NC

Department Animal Resources

About 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.

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Essential Job Duties

The Laboratory Animal Resources (LAR) Technician is responsible for the daily care, husbandry, and enrichment of animals used in research and teaching.

Core Duties

- Administer routine medications and prepare specific maintenance or experimental diets.
- Maintain safety and sanitation standards across the animal care facility.
- Keep accurate logs of animal census, daily room statuses, and medical treatments.
- Drive and transport animals as needed.
- Serve as mandatory personnel, which includes working weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements & Licensure

Licensure: Must possess or obtain a valid North Carolina driver’s license within 60 days of the start date and maintain it throughout the duration of employment.
Physical Demands: Must be able lift 50 pounds frequently and 90 pounds occasionally with or without accommodations.

Other Responsibilities

- Maintain accurate animal records
- Perform basic animal husbandry on a wide variety of species
- Administer routine medications
- Maintain sanitation and safety procedures in accordance with regulations

Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in animal husbandry
- Wide variety of species care (especially livestock/poultry/aquatics)
- AALAS certifications

Required License or Certification

- A valid NC driver’s license must be obtained within 60 days of start date and must be maintained throughout employment.

Valid NC Driver's License required Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date 06/10/2026

Earliest Close Date 06/16/2026

Notice to Applicants

Please note that the work history on your resume must also be included in your application.

Special Instructions

Please include a resume and contact information for at least three professional references.

Position Details

Position Number 00043331

Position Type SHRA

Position Classification Band Title Research Technician

Position Classification Band Level Contributing

Position Classification Salary Range $34,320 - $72,734

Salary Grade Equivalency MH04

Alternate 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) 1.0

Appointment 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies

Time Limited Position No

Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)

Department Id 193001 - Animal Resources

EEO

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.

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