Animal Care Technician I

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Daily animal care and husbandry
Routine health observations
Maintain clean living environments
This position supports both animal welfare and critical research efforts on campus by providing daily care and husbandry for a variety of animal species

Job Summary

  • This position supports both animal welfare and critical research efforts on campus by providing daily care and husbandry for a variety of animal species.
  • ACTs also support facility operations by processing caging and equipment, operating automated cage wash systems and sterilizers, and receiving and transporting animal feed and bedding.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount, and Retirement matching.

Matching Summary

This position supports both animal welfare and critical research efforts on campus by providing daily care and husbandry for a variety of animal species.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Daily animal care and husbandry
  • Routine health observations
  • Maintain clean living environments
  • Process caging and equipment
  • Operate automated cage wash systems
  • Receive and transport feed and bedding

Nice-to-have

  • Dependable and detail-oriented
  • Passionate about animal care
  • Collaborative research environment

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma/GED
  • One (1) year of experience
  • Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification within 2 years

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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