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Lead Husbandry Technician & Training Coordinator

University of North Texas Health Science Center
United States, Texas, Fort Worth
3500 Camp Bowie Boulevard (Show on map)
Jan 30, 2026
Title: Lead Husbandry Technician & Training Coordinator Employee Classification: Lead Husb Tech & Train Coord Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation SubDivision-Department: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation Department: HSC-Laboratory Animal Medicine-390010 Job Location: Fort Worth Salary: 72000 FTE: 1.000000 Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible About Us - Values Overview Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. 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Department Summary The Department of Laboratory Animal Medicine (DLAM) is committed to providing UNT Health faculty, staff, students and other partners with high quality, cost-effective research bio-resources. DLAM has a dedicated and experienced staff that contributes to the HSC's exemplary program of animal care and use. DLAM provides veterinary and personnel training and expertise in laboratory animal medicine and technology. DLAM is dedicated to support the University's research and teaching goals, to promote and assure humane care and use of animals through compliance with the Animal Welfare Act, Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare, Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC) International and University policies for the humane care and use of animals. DLAM advises and educates researchers, staff, students and other professionals on animal experimentation issues and promotes best practices for the responsible use of animals. Our primary concern is the welfare of the animals used in the facility. We maintain vigilance in ensuring that the animals experience proper care and handling with minimal discomfort or pain, as well as live in an enriching environment. We adopt and abide by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine's Position Statement regarding animal experimentation. There are state-of-the-art facilities totaling approximately 40,000 square feet. DLAM is equipped to house multiple species and strains, including immunocompromised and genetically modified animals. DLAM provides husbandry and veterinary care for animals 365 days per year. Position Overview This position provides handson technical support in the vivarium, performing and coordinating daily husbandry activities, assisting with workflow and personnel coverage, and ensuring humane animal care in support of research and teaching. The role helps monitor facility conditions, supports compliance with State, Federal, and University regulations, and contributes to staff training, documentation, enrichment efforts, and the development and implementation of departmental SOPs and policies. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Laboratory Animal Technologist certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science is required within one year of employment. Must be up to date on Tetanus vaccine. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision. Skill in the use of standard office equipment and software. Ability to anticipate and diffuse problems before they occur. Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions. Ability to problem-solve a variety of situations. Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes, regulations, codes, and standards related to the area of responsibility. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Required License/Registration/Certifications Laboratory Animal Technologist certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science is required within one year of employment. Job Duties Provides skilled care and husbandry for research animals, including observation, feeding, watering, handling, euthanasia, and facility monitoring in compliance with State, Federal, and University regulations. Works alongside the husbandry team and offers secondary coordination to ensure daily coverage and support departmental objectives. Supports overall facility oversight by maintaining standards, ensuring SOP adherence, and monitoring environmental software to report deviations in temperature, lighting, and humidity. This includes occasional emergency response to after-hours alerts. Delivers and documents training for entrylevel husbandry staff and research personnel, including proficiency checks and compliance retraining. Collaborates with DLAM staff on departmental training efforts. Assists with preparing, maintaining, archiving, and tracking DLAM SOPs, policies, guidelines, signage, and forms. Supports compliance and communicates effectively with coworkers, researchers, and their staff. Serves on the Enrichment Team, helping develop enrichment programs and leading training on new initiatives. Performs other duties as assigned to support departmental goals. Physical Requirements Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces. Operating machinery and/or power tools. Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds. Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Communicating with others to exchange information. Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like. Environmental Hazards Small and/or enclosed spaces. Work with toxic or caustic chemicals. Exposure to fumes or airborne particles. Exposure to moving mechanical parts or vibration. Noisy environments. Work Schedule M-F 8am-5pm Driving University Vehicle No Security Sensitive This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Benefits For information regarding our Benefits, click here. 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