Animal Care Technician

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: about 17 hours ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 18 Apr 2026

Posting Summary


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Posting Number STA00130PO26
Job Family Research
Job Function Animal Care
USC Market Title Animal Care Technician
Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133650
Job Level A0 - Administrative/Operational Support
Business Title (Internal Title) Animal Care Technician
Campus Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division Office of Research
Department OOR Animal Research
State Pay Range G04
USC Market Range MRA - $33,280 $40,768 $48,256
Anticipated Hiring Range $33,280 - $40,768
Location of Vacancy Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Work Schedule
  • Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm and rotating weekends
  • Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Other


About USC


About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.


Benefits for FTE Positions


The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.




Position Description


Advertised Job Summary
Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of semi-routine and diversified duties in the care and management of research animals for the Animal Resource Facility of the University of South Carolina.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
  • No specific education or experience required.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prefer training and/or experience in animal care.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Ability to follow written and oral instructions. 
  • A working knowledge of common symptoms of disease in laboratory animals preferred. 
  • Ability to handle and restrain a variety of animals. 
  • Considerable knowledge of environmental and nutritional requirements for laboratory animals, must possess ability to successfully complete certification requirements. 
  • Conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations.


Job Duties


Job Duty
Completes scheduled husbandry procedures to provide clean cages for laboratory animals. Properly handles and restrains various species of laboratory animal for cage changing and euthanasia.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 40
Job Duty
Completes all animal health observations and addresses or reports all findings. Provides fresh food and water as required in prescribed SOPs.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 25
Job Duty
Documents all animal care activities as they are completed including animal observations, daily census counts, sanitation activities, animal health findings, etc. Verifies that all activities have been documented as complete and reports any activities not completed on schedule.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty
Performs preventive maintenance tasks and properly operates cage wash and other sanitation equipment. Cleans and sanitizes animal rooms and facilities by sweeping, mopping, replaces or cleans room and equipment filter, wipe down walls, polishes sinks, dusts, and cleans vents.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty
Responsible for maintaining appropriate training required to perform duties as an agricultural/animal assistant I. Refers daily to SOP manual to ensure proper procedures are followed.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5


Position Attributes


Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.


Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No
Hazardous weather category Essential


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date 03/05/2026
Job Close Date 04/18/2026
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. 
 
We are only accepting applications submitted by April 18, 2026.
 
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
  • Health and Life Insurance
  • Retirement Programs
  • Paid Tuition
  • Dependent Scholarships
  • Annual Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional Development Opportunities


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