RESEARCH ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN (Multiple Levels)

Build Your Career While Advancing Cancer Research At Moffitt Cancer Center, our mission is clear: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. As a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, we are committed to scientific excellence, collaboration, and innovation. Position Overview (All Levels) Team members provide high-quality husbandry and care to laboratory animals while supporting critical cancer research. Responsibilities include animal care, health monitoring, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with veterinary and research teams. Research Animal Care Technician Associate (Entry Level) Starting Pay: $20.50/hour Ideal for those beginning a career in laboratory animal science. Learn foundational skills in animal husbandry and care Perform basic health checks and cage maintenance Support sanitation, cage wash, and facility operations Gain exposure to research environments and procedures High School Diploma/GED + 2 years of animal care experience or a degree in Animal Science (or related field) with 1 year of experience Research Animal Care Technician (Mid-Level) Starting Pay: $21.50/hour For experienced professionals with research animal care experience. Independently perform husbandry and welfare monitoring Support breeding, treatments, and research protocols Ensure regulatory compliance and animal welfare standards Collaborate with veterinary staff and investigators 4 years of animal care experience, including 1 year in research animal care Senior Research Animal Care Technician Starting Pay: $23.50/hour For advanced technicians with specialized and leadership capabilities. Perform advanced procedures (e.g., injections, gavage, study support) Lead breeding services and technical support activities Assist with training and process improvements Support SOP development and operational excellence Associate’s degree + 4 years experience (including 2 years research animal care) or High School Diploma + 6 years experience (including 2 years research animal care). Advanced technical skills; AALAS certification preferred What You’ll Do (All Levels) Provide daily husbandry: feeding, watering, and cage sanitation Monitor animal health and report concerns Maintain accurate records and census data Support research activities, including breeding and technical services (level-dependent) Follow regulatory and safety protocols Work collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment Benefits & Perks Competitive market-based salary Eligible for an annual Team Member Incentive Eligible for an annual Team Member Merit Increase Tuition Assistance to support your career growth Comprehensive, inclusive benefits package (Health, Financial & Lifestyle coverage) Why Join Moffitt Be part of a nationally recognized cancer center Work in both established facilities and the new Speros Discovery campus Clear career progression across technician levels Opportunities for certification, training, and advancement Inclusive, mission-driven culture guided by Compassion, Drive, Excellence, Imagination, and Inclusion Relocate to Tampa, Florida Beautiful Gulf Coast beaches and year-round sunshine No state income tax Affordable cost of living compared to major metros Thriving healthcare and biotech community Relocation assistance may be available to support your move Whether you're launching your career or advancing to the next level, join a team where your work directly contributes to life‑saving cancer research. Apply now to be considered at the level that best matches your experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Moffitt Cancer Center