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Animal Attendant
Location
Bastrop, Texas, United States
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
0-2 years
Compensation
$37.5K - $48K per year
Posted
2h ago
Summary and responsibilities
Role overview
Summary
The Animal Attendant at UT MD Anderson supports the Department of Comparative Medicine by ensuring humane care and management of research animals. This role involves maintaining clean, safe, and compliant environments, performing daily animal husbandry, and monitoring animal health to advance scientific discovery.
The Animal Attendant position contributes to the mission of UT MD Anderson by enabling high-quality research through consistent care of animals and facilities. The Animal Attendant role supports daily operations within assigned areas, including Rhesus and Baboon care, and ensures adherence to regulatory standards and institutional protocols. The Animal Attendant is essential in maintaining compliance, safety, and operational excellence.
The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, with some experience working with animals and a preference for those who meet American Association of Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) certification requirements. Candidates who demonstrate strong attention to detail, reliability, and a commitment to animal care and compliance standards will be well-suited for this role.
Responsibilities
Animal Husbandry & Facility Maintenance
Perform daily animal husbandry and waste disposal.
Operate cage sanitation equipment.
Prepare and distribute daily diet and environmental enrichment.
Assist in transporting animals using specialized handling techniques as needed.
Inspect lixit valves and water lines daily to ensure proper function.
Inspect assigned animal areas, including rooms, buildings, and equipment, and report issues.
Maintain facilities, including enrichment tools and infrastructure.
Perform basic housekeeping duties and restock supplies.
Animal Care & Health Monitoring
Conduct routine animal health and behavioral observations.
Report changes in behavior or appearance to Supervisor.
Assist with infant animal care when needed.
Administrative & Compliance
Adhere to personal protective equipment requirements.
Work safely in close proximity to animals.
Ensure animals have appropriate access to shelter, food, water, and proper group spacing.
Follow all cage and building lock procedures.
Maintain accurate animal identification as required.
Respond to emergency situations when necessary.
Participate in SOP training and consistently follow departmental policies.
Comply with AAALAC, IACUC, USDA, and AWA standards.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of husbandry and healthcare data, including GLP records.
Education
Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Work Experience
Preferred: Some experience working with animals.
Licenses and Certifications
Preferred: Must meet department American Association of Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) certification requirements.
Updated 2h ago
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0-2 years
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Permanent
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$37.5K - $48K per year
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Company
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Team size
Growing team
Location
Bastrop, Texas, United States
UT MD Anderson is seeking an Animal Attendant to support the Department of Comparative Medicine, a specialized department dedicated to the humane care and management of research animals that advance scientific discovery. The Animal Attendant plays a critical role in maintaining animal welfare standards and supporting research activities by ensuring clean, safe, and compliant environments for animal care.
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Animal Attendant
Bastrop, Texas, United States • Full Time