Research Animal Technician

About the Job

Research Animal Technician (Hiring Multiples Levels)

Summary

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.

We are expanding into the Moffitt Discovery and Innovation Institute at Speros , a transformative new campus designed to accelerate breakthroughs in cancer research. As we grow, we are hiring across multiple technician levels , offering a clear career path in laboratory animal science.

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.

Career Levels & Pay:

Research Animal Care Technician Associate (Entry Level)

Starting Pay: $20.50/hour

Ideal for those beginning a career in laboratory animal science.

Highlights:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• 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.

Highlights:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• 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.

Highlights:

• 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.

Typical Qualifications:

• 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:

At Moffitt Cancer Center, we invest in our team members:

• 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:

Make your move to a city that offers both opportunity and lifestyle:

• 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.

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