Animal science Jobs in Cary, NC

Posting Details

Job Posting Information

Posting Number

PG194595SP

Internal Recruitment

Working Title

Research Technician - Animal Science

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with experience ($44,260 - $47,746)

Work Schedule

7 : 00 am - 4 : 00 pm / Monday - Friday (some weekends and holidays are required on a rotational basis)

Job Location

Raleigh, NC

Department

Animal Science

About the Department

The Department of Animal Science is the largest academic program in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and provides academic instruction to over 850 undergraduate students and 70 graduate students. The Department is also a leader in extension and engagement programs to farmers, allied industry and the public, and conducts internationally recognized research into the nutrition, genetic reproductive, health and well-being of domesticated animals.

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Essential Job Duties

The Research Technician will serve as the primary support for the nursery and grow-finish phases of swine production at the Swine Educational Unit. This role is essential to ensuring high standards of animal care, facility maintenance, and operational efficiency. The technician will also support other phases of production as needed and contribute to the unit's teaching, training, and research initiatives.

Key Responsibilities :

• Perform daily animal care activities including health and welfare checks, feeding, watering, and administering treatments as needed.
• Maintain accurate inventory records of animals, supplies, and medications.
• Conduct routine cleaning, sanitation, and maintenance of barns, equipment, and work areas to ensure biosecurity and safety standards are met.
• Assist with other phases of swine production (e.g., breeding, farrowing) as required.
• Support the teaching and training activities of the department by working with students and faculty during instructional labs and research projects.
• Collect and record data for research and performance monitoring.
• Operate and maintain farm equipment safely and effectively.

Other Responsibilities

Qualifications

Minimum Experience / Education

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Other Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Required License or Certification

Valid NC Driver's License required

Commercial Driver's License Required?

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date

05 / 22 / 2025

Earliest Close Date (Positions will be posted until 5 : 00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)

05 / 30 / 2025

Notice to Applicants

Please make sure that the information entered on the application matches what is on your resume.

Special Instructions

Please attach a Cover Letter, resume / CV, and contact information for at least three (3) professional references.

Position Details

Position Number

00041760

Position Type

SHRA

Position Classification Band Title

Research Technician

Position Classification Band Level

Journey

Position Classification Salary Range

34,320 - $ 72,734

Salary Grade Equivalency

GN06

Alternate Option

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.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours / week)

Appointment

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Time Limited Position

Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)

Department Id

110701 - Animal Science

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