Office of the Vice President for Research
Office of Animal Resources
Animal Caretaker I
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
For more information, please see: https://research.uiowa.edu/work-us
To apply: See requisition 26002961 at https://jobs.uiowa.edu
Applicable background checks will be conducted
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.