Animal Care Technician I

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
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.
  • Responsibilities include conducting routine health observations, maintaining clean and safe living environments, and assisting investigators with animal-related procedures.
  • UAMS offers benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, holiday/vacation/sick leave, and education discounts for qualifying staff and dependents.

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.

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
  • 1 year of experience in a research environment, veterinary clinic, or related field
  • Must obtain ALAT certification within 2 years
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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