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.
  • ACTs also support facility operations by processing caging and equipment, operating automated cage wash systems and sterilizers, and receiving and transporting animal feed and bedding.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount, and Retirement matching.

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
  • Biosecurity measures and containment

Nice-to-have

  • 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
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work

Tailored Resume

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