Researcher Assistant (Temp)

Description

TheEngelhardtlaboratoryattheUniversityofAlabamaat**Birmingham(UAB)isseekingadedicatedandskilledtemporaryfull-timeVeterinaryTechniciantosupportanimalcareandresearch*activities.Thesuccessful*candidatewillassistwithclinical*care,*procedures,andgeneral*husbandry*toensurethehealthandwelfareofresearchanimalsincompliancewithinstitutionalandregulatory*guidelines.Dependingon*funding*acquisition,thisposition*hasthepotentialtogo**full-time.

Key****Responsibilities:

• Provide daily care, monitor, and health assessments of research animals.
• Assist veterinarians and research staff with clinical procedures, treatments, and surgeries.
• Administer medications and collect biological samples as directed.
• Monitor animals for signs of illness, distress, or abnormal behavior and report findings promptly.
• Maintain accurate records related to animal health, treatments, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with IACUC, USDA, and institutional policies and guidelines.
• Support facility operations, including sanitation, equipment maintenance, and inventory management.
• Assist with training of research personnel on proper animal handling and care techniques.

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field OR High School diploma or GED and two (2) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
• Veterinary Technician certification (RVT/CVT/LVT) preferred or eligibility to obtain certification.
• Prior experience working with laboratory animals or in a veterinary setting preferred.
• Knowledge of animal handling, restraint, and basic clinical procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred****Qualifications

• Experience in a research or academic animal facility.
• Familiarity with rodent handling, dosing, and sample collection.
• Understanding of IACUC regulations and animal welfare standards.

Work****Conditions

• May involve exposure to animals, allergens, and biological materials.
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle animals and equipment as required.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location: Temporary Services

Job Category: UAB Temporary Services

Organization: 114402000 Temporary Services

Employee Status: Temporary

Shift: Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager)****: Onsite