Animal Caretaker III bei University of Iowa

The Office of Animal Resources at the University of Iowa is seeking an Animal Caretaker III.  A supervisory position, you will join a team of veterinarians, veterinary technicians and other animal caretakers.  Under general supervision, you will be responsible for animals used in research and/or teaching. Also supervises the maintenance and care of facilities and equipment used in animal care.  Ensures compliance with federal, state, and/or university regulations regarding the care and use of animals in research and teaching.

Work Schedule:  7:00 am – 3:30 pm, Sunday-Thursday days off are Friday and Saturday.
Work Location: Multiple sites

To learn more about the department visit https://animal.research.uiowa.edu/office-animal-resources-oar 

For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.

About Pay and Compensation:
Pay Grade:  GD07 

Qualifications:

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

·        Ability to read, write, and follow instructions. Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.

·         Four years experience and/or education in animal care work, with demonstrated ability in the required skills, or 

·        American Association of Laboratory Animal Science full certification as a Laboratory Animal Technician with a minimum of three years applicable work experience. American Association of Laboratory Animal Science full certification as a Laboratory Animal Technician with a minimum of three years applicable work experience.

Special Qualification/Licenses

·         Possession of a valid state or commercial driver's license, and the ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards.

Position and Application Details and Instructions:
Include your driver’s license information as a certification under the license and certifications section.

Applicants are invited to upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:

       ·         Cover Letter

       ·         Resume

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check, verification of a valid state or commercial driver’s license, and ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards and credential/education verification.  Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact:  VPR Talent ([email protected])

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

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