ANIMAL TECHNICIAN SR

Division of Animal Sciences

Providing animal care, recordkeeping and support for the National Swine Resource and Research Center. These high-value animals are housed at multiple locations across campus and represent an important genetic resource for the biomedical community; therefore, the position must be able to maintain strict biosecurity across all sites.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

70% Feed and Care of NSRRC pigs

10% Breeding and farrowing which may include semen collection, litter processing and estrus detection

5% Record keeping

5% Swine health monitoring and care

5% Swine transport and maintenance of transport vehicles

5% Other duties as assigned, which may include; helping with euthanization, sample collections from live or morbid animals, and disposal of morbid animals at the VMDL.

40 hours/week, workdays negotiable based on facility needs

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired is necessary.

Possesses and utilizes broadened technical knowledge and skills in analytical/scientific methods or operational processes to perform a defined array of activities.

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $15.27 -$24.91 hourly.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS- D
University Title: SENIOR ANIMAL TECHNICIAN

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Resume and References

• All qualified internal and external candidates are now welcome to apply. The union bid period for this position ended on 3/24/26.

In order to be considered as a Union Bidder for this position you must:

• Complete ALL sections of the application (including all work experience - incomplete applications will not be considered).
• Complete six months of regular service at the University.
• Apply within the published, five-day posting period.
• Meet the minimum qualifications for the vacancy.

Your qualifications for this position will be evaluated based on the information you provide on your job application.

Once the job posting period is closed, there will be no opportunity to submit additional information regarding your qualifications. Therefore, you need to ensure that your application materials are complete when submitted.

Union Bid Period: 03/18/2026-03/24/2026

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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