Temporary Animal Research Technician, College of Arts and Sciences


Job Identification: 18153

Job Description:
What We Are Looking For
Baylor University is seeking an Animal Research Technician to support the mission and vision of Baylor University and serve within the College of Arts & Sciences. The Animal Care Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the wellness of research animals and the efficient operation of the Research Animal Facility.

A High School Diploma and less than one year of relevant work experience are required. An Associate Degree and less than one year of relevant work experience are preferred. A combination of education and work experience will not be considered in lieu of the required degree and/or years of experience.

Applications must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

• Be part of the team performing daily health/wellness check
• Perform assigned cage changes/preparations
• Provide weaning for housed animals as needed
• Ensure adequate food and water provided in appropriate condition
• Communicating needs or deficiencies to the facility manager, AV, staff, and/or PIs as appropriate to maintain compliance
• Help maintain clean and sanitary spaces in the facility; including assistance with quality control testing for cage washers, autoclaves, water bottles, treatment and distribution systems, and room sanitation
• Perform routine maintenance/sterilization for animal cages, racks, and related supplies
• Help maintain essential equipment and supplies at the instruction of the facility manager
• Support the facility manager in efforts related to ordering and staging supplies for supplies
• Be available after hours in rotation to support weekend and holiday husbandry needs and to respond to facility emergencies related to animal health and facility infrastructure
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
• Ability to comply with university policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect
As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage
Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. As a religious educational institution, Baylor is lawfully permitted to consider an applicant's religion as a selection criterion. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.


About Us:
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor's commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

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