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University of Alabama at Birmingham

ANIMAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I

University of Alabama at Birmingham, El Paso, Texas, United States

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ANIMAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I

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General Responsibilities Under close supervision and according to established policies and procedures, performs husbandry duties and maintains animal colony and laboratory facilities in an orderly and sanitary condition. Administers special diets as directed. Moves equipment and supplies in and around university departments and performs laboratory housekeeping duties. This entry level position is the first year of the two-year apprenticeship program. The program provides supervised work experience and classroom training toward competence in caring for research animals of different species and specialized colonies. Emphasis during this first year is on small (rodents and lagomorphs) animals but also includes training in the care of larger animals. Training for American Association for Laboratory Animal Science-AALAS certification as Assistant Laboratory Technician is given at this level.

Position ANIMAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Feeds, waters, and cares for laboratory animals (e.g., mice, rats, rabbits).

Observes and reports animals for signs of illness, distress, or abnormal behavior.

Assists in routine health checks and treatment administration.

Safely handles and restrains animals for routine procedures or examinations.

Maintains accurate records of animal care, feeding, cleaning schedules, and observations.

Operates and maintains cleaning and sterilization equipment (e.g., autoclaves, cage washers).

Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and follows safety procedures at all times.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Pay Range $15.00 - $22.75

Minimum Requirements High School diploma or GED required.

Work experience may NOT be substituted for education.

Job Details

Primary Location:

University

Job Category:

Clerical & Administrative

Organization:

120100010 Animal Resources Care Staff

Employee Status:

Regular

Shift:

Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement:

Onsite

Equal Opportunity Equal Opportunity Statement:

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.

Seniority level

Internship

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

Higher Education

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