Part-Time Animal Care Technician

unomaha.edu; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Nebraska Omaha is seeking a Part-Time Animal Care Technician to provide direct care for animals housed in the Allwine Research Vivarium and Callitrichid Research Center. The role includes daily health checks, feeding, enrichment, cage changes, and maintaining a clean facility.

The position requires weekend availability, a high school diploma, and may require PPE clearance. Prior lab animal care experience and MS Office familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Must be able to pass an initial occupational health physical screening exam and a medical evaluation/clearance to wear respiratory PPE.
• Preferred education level of college level degree pertaining to natural sciences or similar field.
• One year experience with laboratory animal care is preferred.
• Familiarity with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain the medical, psychological, and social health of the animals within the facility.
• Day to day health checks, feeding, watering, provision of enrichment, cage changes, cleaning and processing of cages.
• Proficiency at appropriate animal handling, restraint, medication administration, and euthanasia.
• Maintain sanitary conditions while preparing cages and sanitizing.

Skills

Animal care

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Initial screening for minimum qualifications will begin immediately. Detailed review of applications for candidacy will begin on or after 11/16/2026. To ensure full consideration, please apply by the review date.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, relation, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNO is an AA/EEO/ADA institution. For questions, accommodations or assistance, please call/contact the ADA Coordinator at 402.554.2463.

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. Read the full statement.

Job Grade

RA13H

Division

Academic Affairs

College/Dept

Office of Research & Creative Activity

Department

Animal Care and Use Program

Requisition Number

2026-00350

FTE (full-time equivalency)

060.00

Work Schedule

Th, Fri, and Sat 7:30am-4pm preferred. Preference will be given to applicant that can work this schedule. This position requires regular and prompt attendance during the working hours.

Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?

No remote/telecommute opportunity

Appointment Term

12- 12/12 months

Pay Information

19,968

Pay Schedule

Hourly

FLSA Designation

Non-Exempt

Position Summary

The Part-Time Animal Care Technician is responsible for direct care of animals housed in the Allwine Research Vivarium and Callitrichid Research Center Friday through Monday. This includes day to day health checks, feeding, watering, provision of enrichment, cage changes, cleaning and processing of cages, facility maintenance and sanitation, and census keeping. The technician will ensure a clean and safe environment for animals in the research facility. The technician will be moderately skilled at appropriate animal handling, restraint, medication administration, and euthanasia. The part-time technician will support full-time staff and fill in when and where needed. This position requires weekend and holiday scheduling.

Job Duties

Responsibility Area: Animal Care and Husbandry

The Part-Time Animal Technician will monitor and maintain the medical, psychological, and social health of the animals within the facility. This entails

1. Conducting day to day health checks, feeding, watering, provision of enrichment, cage changes, cleaning and processing of cages.
2. Proficiency at appropriate animal handling, restraint, medication administration, and euthanasia.
3. Ensuring a clean and safe environment by sweeping and mopping floors.
4. Maintaining sanitary conditions while preparing cages and sanitizing.

Percentage Of Time: 80

Responsibility Area: Equipment Maintenance

The Part-Time Animal Care Technician will be responsible for maintaining all equipment and supplies in the animal facility. This entails:

1. Following proper procedures for storage of supplies.
2. Communicating when supplies need to be ordered.
3. Reporting equipment failures to the Operations Manager.
4. Assisting Full-Time staff in repairs or overseeing repairs by facilities or contractor.

Percentage Of Time: 15

Responsibility Area: Professional Development

The Part-Time Animal Technician will gain and expand knowledge, skills, and abilities through annual continuing education in lab animal care.

Percentage Of Time: 5

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education

High school diploma or equivalency.

Required Experience

N/A

Required Additional Qualifications

Must be able to pass an initial occupational health physical screening exam and a medical evaluation/clearance to wear respiratory PPE (personal protective equipment).

Preferred Education

Preferred education level of college level degree pertaining to natural sciences or similar field.

Preferred Experience

One year experience with laboratory animal care is preferred. Any animal care experience is beneficial.

Preferred Additional Qualifications

Familiarity with MS Office.

Compliance Requirements

Credit Check

No

Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check

No

Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment

Yes

Drug Screen

No

Supplemental Question

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