Animal Caretaker II
The Office of Animal Resources at the University of Iowa is seeking an Animal Caretaker II. In the role of an Animal Caretaker II, you will join a team of veterinarians, vet techs, and other animal caretakers where you will provide feeding and care of animals. Animal Caretakers do not conduct research, are provided training and encouraged to become certified. This position functions under general supervision, handles, feeds, and cares for animals and animal facilities in compliance with federal, state, and/or university regulations. Provides functional supervision to other employees as required. Position has mandatory overtime and works a rotating holiday schedule. Position may rotate to other OAR facilities to provide coverage.
Work Schedule: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, Sunday-Thursday, days off are Friday and Saturday.
Work Location: Multiple sites
To learn more about the department visit https://animal.research.uiowa.edu/office-animal-resources-oar
For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.
About Pay and Compensation:
Pay Grade: GD06
Qualifications:
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
· Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
· Two years experience and/or education in animal care work, or demonstrated ability in the required skills, or
· American Association of Laboratory Animal Science full certification as an Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician with a minimum of one year applicable work experience.
Special Qualification/Licenses
· Possession of a valid state or commercial driver's license, and the ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards.
Position and Application Details and Instructions:
Include your driver’s license information as a certification under the license and certifications section.
Applicants are invited to upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
· Cover Letter
· Resume
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check, verification of a valid state or commercial driver’s license, and ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions, please contact: VPR Talent (vpr-talent@uiowa.edu)
This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
About the University of Iowa
Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success.
Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.
Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation.
Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
