Animal Care Technician I

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Base: commensurate with education + experience; bo...
Daily animal care and husbandry
Routine health observations
Sanitation and biosecurity procedures
The Animal Care Technician I supports both animal welfare and critical research efforts by providing daily care and maintaining safe living environments for laboratory animals

Job Summary

  • The Animal Care Technician I supports both animal welfare and critical research efforts by providing daily care and maintaining safe living environments for laboratory animals.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement contributions, education discounts, and career training opportunities for eligible staff.
  • This position requires working closely with investigators and veterinary staff to ensure research studies run smoothly and animal care standards are met.

Matching Summary

The Animal Care Technician I supports both animal welfare and critical research efforts by providing daily care and maintaining safe living environments for laboratory animals.

Salary

Base: Commensurate with education and experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Education discount, Life Insurance, Career Training

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Daily animal care and husbandry
  • Routine health observations
  • Sanitation and biosecurity procedures
  • Operating automated cage wash systems
  • Processing animal feed and bedding
  • Supporting research study operations

Nice-to-have

  • Detail-oriented and dependable
  • Collaborative research environment
  • Assisting veterinary staff
  • Following federal and state regulations
  • Career training opportunities

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED
  • One year experience in research or veterinary clinic
  • Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification within 2 years
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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