Animal Research Technician

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:	UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location	Omaha, NE
Requisition Number:	Staff_13795
Department	Comparative Medicine 50001223
Business Unit	Vice Chancellor for Research
Reg-Temp	Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule	Monday-Friday w/ weekends/holidays
Remote/Telecommuting	No remote/telecommuting opportunity
Position Summary	Under the direction of the Coordinator, Veterinary Technical Services, Comparative Medicine, this position will perform and provide assistance in implementing CM’s Animal Health Surveillance Program. These duties will include monitoring daily animal health surveillance, and monitoring of compliance with USDA, IACUC, and AAALAC policies and regulations. This position will also be required to perform first line basic care, feeding, and husbandry of all species of animals used in research at UNMC as required. Other duties may be assigned.
Position Details	Additional Information
Posting Category	Research - Non Academic
Working Title	Animal Research Technician
Job Title	Veterinary Technician
Salary Grade	RA14H
Appointment Type	C2 - REG OFF/SERV HRLY
Salary Range	$18.221 - $27.356/hourly
Job Requisition Begin Date	03/25/2025
Application Review Date	04/01/2025
Review Date Information:	Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education:	High School education or equivalent
If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)	(Post high school education in veterinary, biological, or related field can be substituted for up to two years of experience.)
Required Experience	3 years
If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:	Experience in a veterinary surgery clinic and/or laboratory animal type setting. (Post high school education in veterinary, biological, or related field can be substituted for up to two years of experience.)
Required License	No
If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?
Required Computer Applications:	Not Applicable
Required Other Computer Applications:
Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:	The incumbent must be familiar with current Federal Laws and regulations regarding animal care and use, NIH guidelines, and AAALAC accreditation requirements to assure compliance. Must have ability to follow through on multiple projects and work assignments simultaneously. Must have the ability to interact with individuals of great diversity in culture and education. Must be high organized and detail oriented. Individual must exhibit independent judgement in problem resolution and decision making with minimal supervision.
Preferred Education:	Bachelor's degree
If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:	Biological Sciences
Preferred Experience:	Experience with a variety of species in an AAALAC Accredited Animal Care and Use Program or USDA licensed facility.
Preferred License:	Yes
If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:	Certification as AALAS Laboratory Animal Technician (RLAT).
Preferred Computer Applications:	Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook
Preferred Other Computer Applications:
Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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EEO Statement

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is committed to creating an inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. UNMC is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and included. UNMC 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 programs, activities, or employment. UNMC complies with all local, state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex.

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a high school education or equivalent?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have a minimum of one year experience in a veterinary surgery clinic and/or laboratory animal type setting?
- Yes
- No
* If you do have a minimum of one year experience in a veterinary surgery clinic and/or laboratory animal type setting, please elaborate (If No, indicate NA).
(Open Ended Question)
* How did you hear about this position?
- Careerlink
- Employee Referral
- HERC
- Indeed
- Job Fair
- Lincoln Journal Star
- Linkedin
- Omaha World Herald
- UNMC Job Site
- Facebook
- NEWorks
- Handshake
- Other
* If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.
(Open Ended Question)
* Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
- Yes
- No

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Details

Date Posted	March 25, 2025
Requisition	Staff_13795
Located In	Omaha, NE
Job Type	Full-time Employee
SOC Category	29-2056.00 Veterinary Technologists and Technicians