Animal Care & Research Technician

Hill's Pet Nutrition; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pet nutrition seeks an Animal Care & Research Technician in Topeka, Kansas. The role involves providing high-quality care for animals and supporting product development through data collection and analysis. Applicants should have a high school degree or equivalent, with a year of experience in an animal facility. Join a team emphasizing both animal wellness and innovative research.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions

Minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days and 13 paid holidays

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in licensed animal facility required.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Credentialed Veterinary Technician Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care and enrichment for animals.
• Monitor health and comfort of animals.
• Collect samples and perform procedures to support research.

Skills

Animal Care

Data Collection

Hygiene and Sanitation

Positive Behavioral Techniques

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's in Animal or Biological Sciences (preferred)

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Job Number #167009 - Topeka, Kansas, United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

Animal Care and Research Technicians (ACRT) provide high quality care for our pet partners. Individuals in this position support new and existing product-development activities through animal care, hygiene and sanitation, food service, data collection, and equipment operation.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide daily care and enrichment for animals through exercise, play, training, and grooming.
• Foster animal well-being using positive behavioral techniques and monitoring health and comfort.
• Observe, document, and support animal health, including administering medications and routine care.
• Prepare individualized meals, monitor nutrition, and track food and water intake.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment by sanitizing animal areas and equipment.
• Collect samples and perform procedures (e.g., dental, ultrasound, DEXA) to support research.
• Accurately enter and manage animal care data to uphold research standards.
  
  

Professional Development & Growth

• Proactively seek learning and growth opportunities within and beyond your core role.
• Expand your skills through cross-training, collaboration, and staying current on best practices.
• Contribute innovative ideas to improve animal care and team effectiveness.
• Grow into roles involving diagnostic procedures, team leadership, project management, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Diagnostic procedures (radiology, ultrasound, dental care, DEXA scanning)
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Graduation or GED from accredited High School and 1 year of experience in a licensed animal facility; Bachelor's degree in animal or biological sciences may substitute for the 1 year of experience requirement .
• Ability to work a flexible schedule supporting a 365 day operation, including weekends and holidays.
• Proven management skills with the ability to develop short- and long-term plans to enable the achievement of business objectives.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Credentialed Licensed Veterinary Technician Certification.
• Veterinary Hospital experience; Prior clinical/research experience.
  
  

If you are passionate about animal wellness, enjoy both daily routines and new challenges, and want to work in an environment that values enrichment as much as research, we’d love to have you join our team!

Compensation And Benefits

Salary Range $ - $ USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Achieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve —and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here.

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