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Veterinary Technician

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out of 5 stars Iowa City, IA Full-time The University of Iowa 1,303 reviews Full-time The Office of Animal Resources at the University of Iowa is seeking a Veterinary Technician. Under general supervision, provides veterinary care for animals used in a research setting. May perform veterinary care, animal husbandry, and basic technical skills. Provides assistance to Veterinarians and investigative staff in their treatment of animals used in teaching, training, or research functions. Position operates within standard guidelines and alternatives that are known, and any deviation from such requires prior approval. Staff will work a rotating on-call schedule and holidays.

Work Schedule:

Sunday-Thursday, 8:00am-4:30pm. Some overtime required and will work a rotating on-call schedule.

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:

10

Qualifications:

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

Associate or Bachelor's degree in a veterinary technology program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) or the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA), and Registered, licensed, or certified as a veterinary technician within one year of the start date. Special Qualifications (if appropriate): 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, 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, credential/education verification, verification of a valid state or commercial driver's license, and ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards. 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.