Animal Care Technician

University of Miami

Miami, FL, US
Base: $18.56 - $22 hourly; bonus/equity: not speci...
Daily animal observation and feeding
Sanitizing cages and sterilizing equipment
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
The Animal Care Technician provides daily care for various species of animals including non-human primates at the University of Miami Medical Campus

Job Summary

  • The Animal Care Technician provides daily care for various species of animals including non-human primates at the University of Miami Medical Campus.
  • Duties include monitoring light cycles, maintaining temperature and humidity records, and assisting veterinary staff with biological sample collection.
  • Participation in the department's Emergency Response Team as Essential Personnel is required for this full-time role.

Matching Summary

The Animal Care Technician provides daily care for various species of animals including non-human primates at the University of Miami Medical Campus.

Salary

Base: $18.56 - $22 Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Daily animal observation and feeding
  • Sanitizing cages and sterilizing equipment
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Availability for evenings nights and weekends
  • Handling non-human primates and rodents

Nice-to-have

  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Experience with virus antigen free rodents
  • Commitment to university core values
  • Ability to work independently or collaboratively
  • Attention to detail in record keeping

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 1 year of animal care experience
  • AALAS ALAT certification preferred
  • Experience with Non-Human Primates preferred
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Work Rights

Not specified

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