Summary
This job involves taking care of research animals at the University of South Carolina, including feeding them, keeping their environments clean, and monitoring for health issues under general supervision.
It's a full-time role in the Animal Resource Facility, focusing on routine tasks to support university research.
A good fit would be someone with hands-on experience in animal handling who enjoys working with lab animals and can follow instructions reliably.
Key Requirements
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions
- Working knowledge of common disease symptoms in laboratory animals (preferred)
- Ability to handle and restrain a variety of animals
- Knowledge of environmental and nutritional requirements for laboratory animals
- Ability to complete certification requirements for animal care
- Training and/or experience in animal care (preferred)
- Adherence to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations
Full Job Description
Animal Care TechnicianDepartment:OOR Animal Research
Advertised Salary Range:Part/Full Time:Full Time
About UofSC
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.
Inclusive Excellence StatementAdvertised 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.
Requirements
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.
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
• Prefer training and/or experience in animal care.
Additional Information
Job Close Date
04/18/2026
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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