How much does a Laboratory Animal Technician II make in Texas? The average Laboratory Animal Technician II salary in Texas is $48,600 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $45,900 and $51,700. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Laboratory Animal Technician II Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Laboratory Animal Technician II Salary $43,442 TX March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Laboratory Animal Technician II Salary $45,900 TX March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Laboratory Animal Technician II Salary $48,600 TX March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Laboratory Animal Technician II Salary $51,700 TX March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Laboratory Animal Technician II Salary $54,522 TX March 26, 2024
25% $45,900 10% $43,442 90% $54,522 75% $51,700 $48,600 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Laboratory Animal Technician II cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Provides daily care for research animals of various species. Being a Laboratory Animal Technician II follows standard operating procedures and all biosafety and animal welfare regulations. Monitors the health and well being of the animals, maintains logs of animal diet, behavior, vital signs and other data. In addition, Laboratory Animal Technician II may perform procedures to collect samples. May transport animals to and from laboratories. Requires a high school diploma. May require Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) or other certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Laboratory Animal Technician II works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Working as a Laboratory Animal Technician II typically requires 1-3 years of related experience, or may need 0 years of experience with additional specialized training and/or certification. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Abbott, TX Avg. Salary $44,023 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abernathy, TX Avg. Salary $44,073 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abilene, TX Avg. Salary $44,321 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ace, TX Avg. Salary $47,444 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ackerly, TX Avg. Salary $43,874 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addison, TX Avg. Salary $48,931 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adkins, TX Avg. Salary $46,750 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adrian, TX Avg. Salary $44,668 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Afton, TX Avg. Salary $43,874 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agua Dulce, TX Avg. Salary $46,155 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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