The mission of Laboratory Animal Resources (LAR) is to provide NCSU faculty with optimal animal resources at the least practical cost. The term "animal resources" includes not only animal housing facilities, but also animal husbandry services, veterinary care, technical services, expertise in laboratory animal technology and medicine, and assurance of compliance with regulatory requirements and institutional policies for animal care and use. LAR is responsible for assisting faculty in conducting animal experimentation in keeping with these standards, and is committed to assuring the well-being of experimental animals while providing services that facilitate their humane and judicious use.

This position is responsible for the day to day supervision of personnel within Laboratory Animal Resources. The position reports directly to the facilities manager and will supervise up to 5 direct reporting full or part time animal care technicians.

General duties include development and adherence to all unit standard operating procedures related to proper animal care of a variety of research animal species; assurance of proper personnel training in all aspects of general safety and proper animal handling; and to adherence to the pertinent animal care standards as set forth by AALAC, USDA, and other relevant regulatory agencies.

Supervisors maintain direct communication with research groups to ensure full husbandry and space support for ongoing research within the college of veterinary medicine.

Other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree and two years of general research experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

In addition to a fully completed application please submit a cover letter, resume and the contact information for professional references.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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