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** This requisition represents multiple Animal Caretaker I openings within the department. By applying to this requisition, you will have the opportunity to be considered for all available Animal Caretaker I openings within this department. You will have the opportunity to indicate your preferences of shift during the application process. **
The Office of Animal Resources at the University of Iowa is seeking an Animal Caretaker. In the role of an Animal Caretaker, you will join a team of veterinarians, veterinary technicians and other animal caretakers where you will provide husbandry to animals used in research. Husbandry includes feeding, cage sanitation, room cleaning and health assessment. Animal Caretakers are provided training and encouraged to become certified. This position functions under direct supervision, performs the work necessary to maintain compliance with federal, state, and/or university regulations. Overtime is required; staff will also work a rotating holiday schedule.
Shift Details
7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Sunday - Thursday, days off are Friday and Saturday
7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Tuesday - Saturday, days off are Sunday and Monday
7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday, days off are Saturday and Sunday
Work Location
Multiple sites
Recruiting Incentive
Recruitment incentive available; Qualified candidates are eligible for a sign-on bonus depending on the shift hired to work.
Mon - Fri = up to $2000
Tues - Sat = up to $3000
Sun - Thurs = up to $3000
Details will be provided during the recruitment process.
Work Modality: On Campus. This position is performed fully on campus.
For a detailed job description, please email your request to vpr-talent@uiowa.edu
About the Office of Animal Resources
The University of Iowa provides a centralized animal care program through the Office of Animal Resources which reports to the Vice President for Research. The program includes animal housing facilities in the Colleges of Medicine, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Public Health. Additional sites affiliated with this program are the State Hygienic Laboratory in Ankeny, IA, the Iowa Raptor Project located near Lake MacBride, and the Lakeside Laboratory located near Lake Okoboji in Western Iowa.
The Office of Animal Resources (OAR) provides the expertise, care, and resources necessary for the maintenance of research animals. The OAR's mission is preservation of the University's animal research privilege and maintenance of a quality animal care and use program.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
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