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Animal Care Technician roles in zoological facilities, research institutions, and veterinary practices qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in animal science, biology, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and renews every two years, giving Australian professionals a stable path to build a long-term career in U.S. animal care.
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Get Access To All JobsJOB NO:
539693
WORK TYPE:
Staff Full-Time
LOCATION:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
CATEGORIES:
Veteran's Preference Eligible, Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care
DEPARTMENT:
11800000 - RE-ANIMAL CARE SERVICES
CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Transgenic Model Core Tchn I
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Provides basic breeding services to a variety of rodents being used for biomedical research. Performs duties from a weekly technical work list prepared by colony managers or higher team member which includes setting up breeding cages using a variety of different mating schemes, tail snip collection following established mouse identification procedures, observing and reporting animals for signs of illness, injury, and physical and behavioral changes. Restrains and handles animals for treatment. Maintain detailed animal records. Identifies incoming animals and houses them according to specific requirements. Packs outgoing animal shipments according to specific specifications.
Rodent Models Breeding Core Database maintenance. Create Cage Cards for mating cages, wean cages, incoming orders and outgoing shipments. Sanitizes surgical and technical equipment, creates packs and ensures sterilization. Ensures the sterile packs in rooms are in date and replaced as needed. Performs euthanasia using carbon dioxide with cervical dislocation as a secondary method. Performs decapitation of newborn rodents after euthanasia with carbon dioxide. Prepares special diets and medications.
Assisting Senior Technicians with Rodent Colony Management, attending meetings with Investigators and research staff, working with and understanding Punnett Squares, and other more technical or managerial work as designated by the Transgenic Breeding Colony Supervisors and Managers.
Required to keep up to date on required training and SOP’s in Policy Manger and input their time worked using facility computers or assigned equipment during normal working hours. Ensure that Leave Request, OT, Weekend requests are submitted timely to area supervisor/manager via Time Clock Plus.
Other duties as assigned. May operate state or special vehicles.
EXPECTED SALARY:
$17.28/hour
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid FL state driver's license.
PREFERRED:
Prefer HE degree or higher with at least 3 years' experience with research animal care at research institution or other appropriate environment. Prefer AALAS ALAT certification.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
In order to be considered, applicants must provide a cover letter, resume, and list of professional references.
A criminal background check is required.
This is a time-limited position.
This is not a remote work position, and it is located on the University of Florida's main campus in Gainesville, FL.
This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED: Yes
ADVERTISED:
24 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
APPLICATIONS CLOSE:
08 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
JOB NO:
539693
WORK TYPE:
Staff Full-Time
LOCATION:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
CATEGORIES:
Veteran's Preference Eligible, Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care
DEPARTMENT:
11800000 - RE-ANIMAL CARE SERVICES
CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Transgenic Model Core Tchn I
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Provides basic breeding services to a variety of rodents being used for biomedical research. Performs duties from a weekly technical work list prepared by colony managers or higher team member which includes setting up breeding cages using a variety of different mating schemes, tail snip collection following established mouse identification procedures, observing and reporting animals for signs of illness, injury, and physical and behavioral changes. Restrains and handles animals for treatment. Maintain detailed animal records. Identifies incoming animals and houses them according to specific requirements. Packs outgoing animal shipments according to specific specifications.
Rodent Models Breeding Core Database maintenance. Create Cage Cards for mating cages, wean cages, incoming orders and outgoing shipments. Sanitizes surgical and technical equipment, creates packs and ensures sterilization. Ensures the sterile packs in rooms are in date and replaced as needed. Performs euthanasia using carbon dioxide with cervical dislocation as a secondary method. Performs decapitation of newborn rodents after euthanasia with carbon dioxide. Prepares special diets and medications.
Assisting Senior Technicians with Rodent Colony Management, attending meetings with Investigators and research staff, working with and understanding Punnett Squares, and other more technical or managerial work as designated by the Transgenic Breeding Colony Supervisors and Managers.
Required to keep up to date on required training and SOP’s in Policy Manger and input their time worked using facility computers or assigned equipment during normal working hours. Ensure that Leave Request, OT, Weekend requests are submitted timely to area supervisor/manager via Time Clock Plus.
Other duties as assigned. May operate state or special vehicles.
EXPECTED SALARY:
$17.28/hour
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid FL state driver's license.
PREFERRED:
Prefer HE degree or higher with at least 3 years' experience with research animal care at research institution or other appropriate environment. Prefer AALAS ALAT certification.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
In order to be considered, applicants must provide a cover letter, resume, and list of professional references.
A criminal background check is required.
This is a time-limited position.
This is not a remote work position, and it is located on the University of Florida's main campus in Gainesville, FL.
This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED: Yes
ADVERTISED:
24 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
APPLICATIONS CLOSE:
08 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Animal Care Technician
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees in animal science or biology are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees, but get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member agency before applying so employers have documentation ready for the LCA filing.
Target institutions with established research programs
Zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, university veterinary schools, and NIH-funded research facilities hire Animal Care Technicians regularly and have HR teams familiar with employment-based visa sponsorship processes.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Animal Care Technician openings by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications before, cutting out roles where you'd be educating HR from scratch about E-3 requirements.
Clarify the degree requirement before accepting an offer
Some Animal Care Technician postings list a bachelor's degree as preferred rather than required. The E-3 specialty occupation standard requires the degree to be genuinely mandatory for the role, so confirm this in writing with your employer before the LCA is filed with DOL.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for LCA and consulate prep
The LCA must be certified by DOL before you can schedule your consulate appointment in Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from offer to consulate appointment, so nothing stalls between steps.
Bring USCIS-ready documentation to your visa interview
Your consulate officer will verify the specialty occupation claim directly. Bring your employer support letter, the certified LCA, and your academic transcripts together so the officer can confirm your qualifications match the stated role requirements without requesting additional evidence.
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Find Animal Care Technician JobsAnimal Care Technician E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Animal Care Technician jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search Animal Care Technician roles filtered by employers with E-3 or LCA filing history. Most general job boards don't surface visa sponsorship data, so you can't tell whether an employer has sponsored before. Migrate Mate surfaces that history upfront, so you focus your applications on employers already set up to support your E-3.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Animal Care Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?
It can, but the role must genuinely require a bachelor's degree in a specific field like animal science, biology, or veterinary technology as a minimum entry requirement. Positions in research institutions, accredited zoos, or university veterinary programs are more likely to meet the specialty occupation standard than general shelter or kennel roles, where a degree is rarely mandatory.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian Animal Care Technicians?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens and has no lottery, no annual cap, and no registration fee. The H-1B involves a randomised lottery with roughly a one-in-four selection rate and a March registration window. For an Australian professional, the E-3 is a direct path: once you have a qualifying offer and a certified LCA from DOL, you proceed straight to a consulate appointment.
Can I change employers after arriving in the U.S. on an E-3?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp before or at the time you start the new role. Unlike some visa types, the E-3 isn't portable mid-status, so coordinate timing carefully with both your departing and incoming employer to avoid any gap in authorised employment.
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