Animal science Jobs in Fontana, CA

Under close supervision of the Vivarium Operations Supervisor, the Assistant Animal Technician performs routine animal husbandry tasks. Duties include the cleaning, feeding, and watering of laboratory animals; the cleaning of cages / enclosures and related ancillary equipment; and the maintenance of animal care areas. The Assistant Animal Technician supports the health and welfare of laboratory animals by performing routine animal husbandry tasks. This role is essential in maintaining a clean, safe, and humane research environment through daily care duties including feeding, watering, cage cleaning, sanitation, and animal observation. The technician also assists with receiving new animals, monitoring for abnormalities, and performing euthanasia procedures as directed. This position requires strict adherence to established protocols and biosafety practices, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team in a research setting.The full salary range for the Assistant Animal Tech position is $41,864.40 - $52,074.72 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and / or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

• Please note the minimum pay for this position will be $25 an hour, per AFSCME agreement as of June 22, 2025.