Job Description

& Responsibilities

OMRF is seeking an Animal Care Technician I to support our research mission by ensuring the health and well-being of laboratory animals. This role is essential to the success of our scientists and the integrity of our research. Your care, attention to detail, and commitment to animal welfare help make meaningful scientific discoveries possible.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing daily care and health observations for research animals.
• Performing routine medical treatments under the supervision of a veterinarian or supervisor.
• Maintaining clean, safe, and sanitary conditions throughout the facility in accordance with departmental SOPs.
• Recording quality control data and assisting with environmental monitoring.
• Using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and following safety protocols.
• Reporting any facility or animal health concerns promptly to the supervisor.
• Ensuring all work complies with AAALAC, PHS, and OMRF standards.
• Contributing to a positive, team-oriented environment built on communication, respect, and confidentiality.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong communication skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated reliability, initiative, and a strong work ethic.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a changing work environment.

Physical Requirements

• Regular movement throughout the animal facility is required.
• Frequently lifts, carries, or moves items up to 30 pounds.
• Pushes, pulls, or moves items up to 500 pounds with carts or mechanical aids.
• Occasionally climb stepladders or ladders; alternative methods or assistance are available for those with mobility limitations.
• Occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (appropriate precautions and accommodations are provided as needed).
• Regularly exposed to animal dander, fecal material, and bedding; protective equipment and accommodations are available to minimize allergen exposure.
• Potential risk of animal bites or scratches; safety training and protective measures are provided to reduce risk.
• Noise levels are typically moderate; hearing protection is available when necessary.

These physical requirements constitute essential functions of the position, to be performed either with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of animal care experience in a research facility, farm, veterinary clinic, or similar setting preferred.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment that requires strong attention to detail.

Work Hours

• Typically, Monday through Friday, 7:00AM–3:30PM, with rotating weekends and holidays, including about one weekend per month and two holidays per year.

OMRF Overview

Founded in 1946, the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is among the nation’s oldest, most respected independent, nonprofit biomedical research institutes. OMRF is dedicated to understanding and developing more effective treatments for human diseases, focusing on critical research areas such as Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and cardiovascular disease. OMRF follows an innovative cross-disciplinary approach to medical research and ranks among the nation’s leaders in patents per scientist.

Located in Oklahoma City, a city that offers a dynamic and flourishing downtown area, with low cost of living, short commute times and a diversified economy, OMRF has been voted one of the Top Workplaces since the inception of the award. This achievement has been accomplished thanks to OMRF individuals who share a unified understanding that our excellence can only be fully realized with a collective commitment to our mission, “. . . so that more may live longer, healthier lives.” Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to this mission.

OMRF Benefits

We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits to full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision insurance, minimum 8% company retirement contribution, vacation and sick leave, and paid holidays. All employees have access to our onsite café, free onsite fitness center with access to personal trainer, free parking and much more! Relocation assistance available for those located 50 miles outside of Oklahoma City metro. Learn more about our benefits here

OMRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.