--- title: Animal Care Technician Assistant description: Western University of Health Sciences is hiring for the Animal Care Technician Assistant role in Pomona, CA. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/animal-care-technician-assistant-at-western-university-of-health-sciences-01a1623d-7b22-73ee-a63d-4b8887d6b2ab date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Western University of Health Sciences as Animal Care Technician Assistant in Pomona, CA. Pays $20 per hour. Part-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/si2wvb.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Western University of Health Sciences | | **Location** | Pomona, CA | | **Salary** | $20/hr | | **Type** | Part Time | | **Posted** | Oct 30, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Western University of Health Sciences sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 8 H-1B petitions (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Western University of Health Sciences. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $54,000 – $76,000 a year (median $56,000). ## Description About WesternU As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture. At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of WesternU. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others. Although, geographically, we are two campuses - as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference. Posting Details | Position Title | Animal Care Technician Assistant | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Position Control Number | S04271 | | Type of Position | Staff | | Position Status | Part-time | | Campus | Western University Campus-Pomona, CA | | Position Location | California | | Department | 1308-Office of Animal Resources | | Job Summary | The employee reports to the Director of Office of Animal Resources. Under minimal supervision, he/she will provide skilled care and handling of laboratory animals in a safe and sanitary manner. Primary working areas include standard housing areas as well as specialized areas including, but not limited to, USDA housing areas, bio-hazardous areas, and animal colonies requiring specialized procedures. Also responsible for limited supervisory duties including direction and oversight of work but excluding discipline. Employee will ensure that the facilities and personnel are in compliance with standards set forth by NIH and USDA as well as the IACUC and Institutional SOP. To maintain a satisfactory environment in the Animal Facilities to meet IACUC and USDA requirements regarding animal health. | | Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Individuals must possess the knowledge, as well as the following skills and abilities or be able to perform the essential functions of the job after a reasonable amount of training, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Must be able to work with various types of animals; must disclose any known and existing animal allergies or other medical conditions that would preclude the individual from discharging her/his responsibilities; individuals to be in good physical condition since the position requires regular physical activity such as standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting. Must ensure that their facility complies with all animal welfare guidelines and standards set forth by the Animal Welfare Act, the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committees (IACUC), and the National Institute of Health’s Guide for the Use and Care of Laboratory Animals. United States of Department of Agriculture (USDA) Facilities are subject to inspections to ensure the maintenance of proper conditions. Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism. | | Required Qualifications | **Education:** High school diploma required. Suitable written and verbal communication skills in English are required. | | Preferred Qualifications | **Certification recommended:** Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT), Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT), and Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) Must be able to pass a drug screening Good knowledge of MS Office (Computer literate) Veterinary Technician California license, Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) or Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) AALAS Certifications are preferred. College coursework in Animal Science or biological sciences preferred or working towards a scientific degree. | Essential Job Duties | Key Responsibilities | This individual serves as an essential part of the University’s animal research program by having primary, daily contact with the research animal subjects and continuing responsibility for them. Has direct access to contact respective principal investigators in case of any animal health emergencies. Maintain database records and log animal husbandry; monitor and logs animal health daily. (Under Senior and Level II Animal Care Technicians supervision) Monitors, and logs animal health daily. (Under Senior and Level II Animal Care Technicians supervision) Assists principal investigators with any special animal care needs in accordance with protocols, experiments, and projects. | | -------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Key Responsibilities | Keeps facilities clean and sanitary. Has a primary role as an animal facilities site supervisor on weekends and holidays, assisting the animal care manager on all weekdays. Serves in a security capacity for the animal facilities during working hours. Makes decisions as to the treatment of sick animals in accord with each principal investigator and the campus veterinarian. Assisting with problems as necessary | | -------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Key Responsibilities | Quality assurance for all vivarium’s equipment: autoclaves, cage washing, etc… recording the results Follow SOPs for the vivarium Monitoring the vivarium sentinels Receive, inspect, and put away incoming animals Assist with surgeries when needed. | | -------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Key Responsibilities | Taking inventory of supplies Organize feed and bedding supplies in storage facilities. Observant: Accurately assessing the habits, behavior, and physical appearance of an animal is important to obtaining accurate research findings. Cleans & sterilizes cages, equipment, supplies, and rooms. Under minimal direction, performs caretaking duties involving specialized handling, feeding & general care of animals. | | -------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | Posting Details Continued | Work Schedule | Part time; 24 hours per week Weekend and holiday shifts expected Due to the nature of the industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to meet the needs of the department Overtime Reliable transportation, attendance, and punctuality | | ------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | Working at WesternU We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable. We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally, • Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success. • Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment. • Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community. • As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences. • WesternU’s core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do. • We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people! Expected Pay Scale | Minimum | $20.00 Hourly | | ------- | ------------- | | Maximum | $20.50 Hourly | ## Skills - Animal Care - Laboratory Animal Technologist - Punctuality - Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (Iacuc) - Animal Welfare - Collaboration - Supervisory Skills - Environment Health And Safety - Computer Literacy - Microsoft Office - English - Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician - Human Resources - Standard Operating Procedures (Sop) - Laboratory Animal Technician - Animal Health - Communication ## Benefits - Paid Time Off (Pto) ## Related - [Personal Services jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/personal-services?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Animal Care & Training jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/personal-services/animal-care-and-training?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Animal Care Technician jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/personal-services/animal-care-and-training/animal-care-technician?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 260752 jobs - [Higher Education](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/education/higher-education?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 70471 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)