The Animal Care Technician I supports the university’s Animal Care Facilities, Science Center stockrooms and hazardous-waste operations, and Biology teaching laboratories. This position plays an essential role in maintaining high standards of animal care, laboratory readiness, and scientific safety. Responsibilities include performing daily animal husbandry and facility sanitation; monitoring equipment and environmental conditions; maintaining supply inventories; supporting breeding programs and research activities; assisting with stockroom organization, receiving, and hazardous-waste handling; conducting routine safety inspections; managing the liquid nitrogen supply; and helping prepare, set up, and take down instructional laboratory materials. The role requires regular use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), completion of required training, and participation in a rotating schedule that includes occasional weekend or holiday shifts. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with faculty, staff, research personnel, and facilities teams to ensure smooth, safe, and compliant operations across all assigned areas. This position is a project appointment and intended to last for at least two years and may be renewed up to four years.