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
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 Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, and Education discounts.
  • The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate 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.

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

Nice-to-have

  • Dependable and detail-oriented
  • Passionate about animal care
  • Collaborative research environment

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma/GED
  • One year of experience in a research environment, veterinary clinic, or related field
  • Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification within 2 years

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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