Animal Care Technician - Research Lab

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Missouri-Columbia is seeking a reliable Animal Care Worker to support the Office of Animal Resources. The role involves daily animal care, colony management, and adherence to care protocols, with emphasis on safety, health, and welfare of animals in a busy facility.

This full-time, benefit-eligible position requires strong organizational skills, the ability to work onsite, and a commitment to university values. Shift is 7:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write.
• Ability and desire to handle and work with animals.
• Good physical strength and stamina to lift heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Research animal husbandry and colony management.
• Follow protocols to ensure health and welfare of animals.
• Facility cleaning and upkeep, maintain supplies and inventory.
• Feed and care for animals; prepare and weigh food.
• Administer special diets and water as needed.
• Maintain orderliness and sanitary conditions of premises.
• Clean cages and equipment; operate cage washing equipment and autoclaves.

Skills

Read and write

Animal handling

Physical fitness

Job description

The University of Missouri-Columbia is seeking a reliable Animal Care Worker to support the Office of Animal Resources. The role involves daily animal care, colony management, and adherence to care protocols, with emphasis on safety, health, and welfare of animals in a busy facility.

This full-time, benefit-eligible position requires strong organizational skills, the ability to work onsite, and a commitment to university values. Shift is 7:00 a.m.