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 (ACT) is an entry-level, hands-on role that supports both animal welfare and critical research efforts on campus

Job Summary

  • The Animal Care Technician (ACT) is an entry-level, hands-on role that supports both animal welfare and critical research efforts on campus.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement contributions, and career training opportunities.
  • This position works closely with investigators and veterinary staff to ensure smooth operation of research studies and proper animal care.

Matching Summary

The Animal Care Technician (ACT) is an entry-level, hands-on role that supports both animal welfare and critical research efforts on campus.

Salary

Base: Commensurate with education and experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, education discounts

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Daily animal care and husbandry
  • Routine health observations
  • Sanitation and biosecurity procedures
  • Operation of automated cage wash systems
  • Animal feed and bedding processing
  • Support for research studies
  • Compliance with federal and state regulations

Nice-to-have

  • Detail-oriented and dependable
  • Collaborative research environment
  • Career training and educational opportunities
  • Passion for animal care

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED
  • One year experience in research or veterinary environment
  • 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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