Animal Care Technician I

4 days ago


Gainesville, Florida, United States University of Florida Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Animal Care Technician I to join our team at the University of Florida. As a key member of our Animal Care Services department, you will be responsible for providing basic care of animals and animal facilities, ensuring the health and well-being of our research animals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Carry out directives and SOPs as governed by the Animal Welfare Act and all applicable rules, regulations, and professional standards.
  • Provide basic care of animals and animal facilities, including cage cleaning, animal handling, and equipment maintenance.
  • Observe and report any signs of illness, injury, or physical or behavioral changes in animals.
  • Perform euthanasia of rodents using carbon dioxide with approved alternate secondary method.
  • Sanitize equipment and animal holding facilities, ensuring compliance with the NIH Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.
  • Assist in receiving and rotating feed and supplies, and transport caging supplies between animal rooms and cage wash rooms.
  • May provide guidance, instruction, and direction to new ACT1 staff, and participate in the training program for all new staff.
Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Maintains a valid FL state driver's license.
  • Preferred qualifications include a high school degree or higher, at least 1 year of experience with research animal care at a research institution, or certification as Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science.
Working Conditions

Working hours are 7 AM to 3:30 PM, with rotating weekend shifts may be implemented if needed. A criminal background check is required. This is a time-limited position, and the University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer.



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