Animal Caretaker I (Multiple Openings)

Animal Caretaker I (Multiple Openings) 🔍 Iowa City, Iowa, United States New Hot 📁 Research Services 📅    18 hours ago Post Date 📅    26002961 Requisition # Apply for Job Share this Job Sign Up for Job Alerts

• 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

Work Modality:

On Campus. This position is performed fully on campus. 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:

04

Qualifications:

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions. Desirable Qualifications
• Previous animal caretaking experience in laboratory research environment, veterinary office, or animal hospital.
• Previous experience using cleaning/sanitation equipment.
• An application that is thorough including a complete work history listing specific duties and care performed.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with others and to follow oral and written instructions.
• Be detail oriented.

Position and Application Details and Instructions:

Applicants are invited to upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission, if they would like them included for consideration:

• 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 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 ( vpr-talent@uiowa.edu ) This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. About the University of Iowa Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success. Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation. Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

Additional Information Classification Title:

Animal Caretaker I Appointment Type:

Merit Schedule:

Full-time Work Modality Options:

On Campus Compensation Pay Level:

04

Contact Information Organization:

Research/Hygienics Lab Contact Name:

VPR Talent Contact Email:

VPR-Talent@uiowa.edu Equal opportunity employer 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. Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 . Previous Job Searches All jobs  All locations My Profile Create and manage profiles for future opportunities. Go to Profile My Submissions Track your opportunities. My Submissions Are you a Military Veteran? Contact us to learn more about how to qualify for Veteran's Preference. Similar Listings Laboratory Technician II

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