Animal Care Technician I

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Daily animal care and husbandry
Routine health observations
Sanitation and biosecurity procedures
The Animal Care Technician supports both animal welfare and critical research efforts by providing daily care and maintaining safe living environments for various animal species

Job Summary

  • The Animal Care Technician supports both animal welfare and critical research efforts by providing daily care and maintaining safe living environments for various animal species.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement contributions, and career training opportunities for benefits-eligible staff.
  • The position requires working closely with investigators and veterinary staff to assist with animal-related procedures and ensure research studies run smoothly.

Matching Summary

The Animal Care Technician supports both animal welfare and critical research efforts by providing daily care and maintaining safe living environments for various animal species.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Daily animal care and husbandry
  • Routine health observations
  • Sanitation and biosecurity procedures
  • Operating automated cage wash systems
  • Animal feed and bedding processing
  • Supporting veterinary staff
  • Compliance with federal and state regulations

Nice-to-have

  • Detail-oriented and dependable
  • Collaborative research environment
  • Passionate about animal care
  • Career training opportunities
  • Education discount benefits

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED
  • One year experience in research or veterinary clinic
  • 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

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