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
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 (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount for staff and dependents.
  • The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law.

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

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
  • Grow skills in collaborative environment

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma/GED
  • One (1) year of experience
  • Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification within 2 years
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the US

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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