Dairy Research Animal Care Technician

University of Wisconsin; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation and PTO

Competitive insurances and savings

Retirement benefits

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking an Animal Care Technician II for the Emmons Blaine Dairy Cattle Research Center. You will participate in milking, feeding, cleaning, and animal health observations in a research dairy setting, operating under standard procedures and ensuring high cleanliness and compliance.

The role requires following written and oral instructions, effective communication, and a willingness to learn and contribute to the team.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn, work hard and contribute positively to the work team.
• Effective Communication Skills.
• Ability to interpret and follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintains organization of and updates records related to research procedures.
• Prepares food and formulas and feeds animals according to established schedules and specifications.
• Observes animal behavior, performs basic animal care, and reports concerns to the appropriate entities to contribute to the health and well-being of animals and promote research.
• Collects samples from animals and administers medications, injections, and treatments according to established protocols and procedures to be used for diagnostic tests and research.
• Inspects and reports equipment problems to ensure optimal and safe operation.
• Inventories, cleans, and maintains organization of animal holding spaces and supplies.

Skills

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking an Animal Care Technician II for the Emmons Blaine Dairy Cattle Research Center. You will participate in milking, feeding, cleaning, and animal health observations in a research dairy setting, operating under standard procedures and ensuring high cleanliness and compliance.

The role requires following written and oral instructions, effective communication, and a willingness to learn and contribute to the team.