RESEARCH ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN (Multiple Levels)

## RESEARCH ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN (Multiple Levels)Apply: Onsite: Moffitt Discovery Center: Full time: Posted 30+ Days Ago: R-213### Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer.### As the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, Moffitt employs some of the best and brightest minds from around the world. Join a dedicated team of nearly 11,000 who are shaping the future we envision. Moffitt has been recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation and is continually named one of the Tampa Bay Times’ Top Workplaces.**Summary**The Animal Research Technician provides professional husbandry and care to a variety of laboratory animals. This position performs husbandry and health/welfare checks for all species on campus.**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**, in *Land O' Lakes, FL*, 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. Apply Today 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