University of Nebraska Medical Center

Husbandry Supervisor
Job Description

Job Summary:

Responsible for supervising the daily work activities of the Assistant Husbandry Technicians, Husbandry Technicians and Lead Husbandry Technicians.

Ensures completion of daily duties and that facilities meet and/or exceed all state and federal regulations and laws.

Additional Info

About Us:

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University of Nebraska Strategic Plan “Odyssey to Extraordinary” https://nebraska.edu/strategic-plan

Get to know Nebraska https://nebraska.edu/get-to-know-nebraska

University of Nebraska Medical Center Campus https://www.unmc.edu/aboutus/index.html and https://www.unmc.edu/aboutus/facts.html

University of Nebraska Faculty & Staff Benefits https://nebraska.edu/faculty-and-staff

Required Qualifications:

  • Associate's degree in a Science or related field.
  • 3 years husbandry experience in an AAALAC accredited animal facility to include some past supervisory experience.
  • Valid driver's license

Will consider five years related education and experience combined of which one year must include related experience.

 

  • Ability to interact well with a varied workforce within CM and its customer base.
  • Ability to plan ahead and anticipate possible unforeseen obstacles.
  • Good written and oral communication skills a must.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certification as a ALAT, LAT or LATg by AALAS.
  • Microsoft Word

Compliance Requirements:

  • Physical Exam
  • Background Check
  • Driving Record Check
  • Education Credentials Check
  • Animal Clearance
  • Hearing Exam
  • Visual/Color Examination
  • Fit test(Respiratory Protection)
  • Immunizations
Information at a Glance
Req Id:  1397
Campus Name:  University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC)
Org Unit:  Comparative Medicine UNMC
Job Location:  Omaha, NE 68198
Application Review Date:  10/20/25
Open Until Filled:  Yes
Advertised Salary:  $53,000 - $79,500/annual
Job Type:  Full-Time
Worksite Eligibility:  On-site
Benefits Eligible:  Yes
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:  jobs@unmc.edu
Special Instructions to Applicant: 

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

 

Posting Start Date:  10/15/25