Animal Care Technician I

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, United States
Daily animal care and husbandry
Routine health observations
Maintain clean living environments
This position works closely with various laboratory animal specimens and supports both animal welfare and critical research efforts on campus

Job Summary

  • This position works closely with various laboratory animal specimens and supports both animal welfare and critical research efforts on campus.
  • ACTs provide daily care and husbandry for a variety of animal species, conduct routine health observations, and maintain clean, safe living environments.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including Health, Holiday/Vacation/Sick Leave, Education discount, and Retirement matching.

Matching Summary

This position works closely with various laboratory animal specimens and 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
  • Biosecurity measures

Nice-to-have

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

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma/GED
  • One (1) year of experience
  • Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification within 2 years

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter