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Moffitt Cancer Center

Research Animal Technician

Tampa, FL · On-site

$20.50 - $23.50/hr

As a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, we are committed to ... Research Animal Care Technician Associate (Entry Level) Starting Pay: $20.50/hour Ideal for those ...

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Research Animal Technician

Research Animal Technician

Moffitt Cancer Center

Tampa, FL • On-site

$20.50 - $23.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Moffitt Cancer Center rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 91 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

71st of 864 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Research Animal Technician (Hiring Multiples Levels)
Summary
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, 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.
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