Lab Animal Care Technician — Research Support

University of Kansas Medical Center; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

University of Kansas Medical Center is seeking an Animal Husbandry Technician for the LAR department. The role involves caring for animals, maintaining sanitary conditions, and assisting with procedures under supervision of veterinarians or scientists.

Opportunities for skill development and potential leadership are noted. The position is full-time, on-site in Kansas City, with an hourly pay range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with animals/in animal care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct animal health observations.
• Feed and water animals.
• Handle and restrain animals.
• Monitor environmental parameters.
• Record information on the cage cards and check sheets.
• Complete forms and sends email notifications to investigators.
• Submit cage orders.
• Operate mechanical cleaning equipment.
• Maintain supply inventory and requests replacements as necessary.
• Disinfect animal rooms and support areas.
• Organize and clean storage areas.
• Follow established health and safety procedures.
• Follow facility security and traffic flow procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking & time management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

University of Kansas Medical Center is seeking an Animal Husbandry Technician for the LAR department. The role involves caring for animals, maintaining sanitary conditions, and assisting with procedures under supervision of veterinarians or scientists.

Opportunities for skill development and potential leadership are noted. The position is full-time, on-site in Kansas City, with an hourly pay range and comprehensive benefits.