High school graduation or vocational school or GED equivalent, and 1 yr experience as an Animal Technician I, or 2 yrs of experience as an Animal Tech I or equivalent in a facility comparable to the Animal Resources Ctr. Certification as an Assistant Laboratory Animal Tech or obtain certification within 1 yr of employment. As an Animal Tech I or equivalent. This position has been identified as security sensitive within the meaning of section 51.215, Texas Education code.
Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation.
Job Duties 1. Provide animal husbandry in quarantine, isolation, biohazard, or barrier-sustained areas. Receive, identify, and issues selected animal species. Administer commonly used and easily admninistered treatments or medications as directed by the veterinarian. Prepare animals for special experimental and teaching programs and related activities.