Animal Behavior Technician I: Enrichment & Training

AbbVie; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a Behavioral Technician I to support the Behavioral Management program, performing operant conditioning, enrichment, and behavioral monitoring for research animals. This role will mentor Animal Care Technicians and ensure compliance with the enrichment program while escalating concerns to management.

Responsibilities include training staff on enrichment and operant conditioning, coordinating with research groups, and maintaining documentation of trainings and enrichment

Qualifications

• High School/GED or higher with relevant lab animal experience or degree with experience.
• AALAS ALAT level certification or eligibility is preferred.
• Strong communication and analytical skills are required.
• Basic computer skills including spreadsheets, word processing, and email are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with positive reinforcement training and enrichment for animals.
• Assist with staff training on operant conditioning and enrichment strategies.
• Support cross-functional collaboration to improve program effectiveness.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Analytical skills

Computer literacy

Education

High School/GED + 3 years lab animal experience OR related degree + 2 years

AALAS ALAT certification eligibility

Job description

AbbVie is seeking a Behavioral Technician I to support the Behavioral Management program, performing operant conditioning, enrichment, and behavioral monitoring for research animals. This role will mentor Animal Care Technicians and ensure compliance with the enrichment program while escalating concerns to management.

Responsibilities include training staff on enrichment and operant conditioning, coordinating with research groups, and maintaining documentation of trainings and enrichment