The Animal Care Technician 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 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 matching, life insurance, and career training opportunities for benefits-eligible positions.
This position requires working closely with investigators and veterinary staff to ensure smooth research study operations and compliance with federal and state regulations.
Matching Summary
The Animal Care Technician supports both animal welfare and critical research efforts by providing daily care and maintaining safe living environments for laboratory animals.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Daily animal care and husbandry
Routine health observations
Sanitation and biosecurity procedures
Processing animal caging and equipment
Operating cage wash systems
Assisting veterinary staff
Supporting research study operations
Nice-to-have
Detail-oriented and dependable
Collaborative research environment
Passionate about animal care
Teamwork and diversity focus
Career training opportunities
Education discount benefits
Key Requirements
High School diploma or GED
One year experience in research or veterinary setting
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 on first day