Animal Enrichment & Care Specialist I

University of Alabama at Birmingham; University (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks an Animal Laboratory Specialist I to prepare and distribute enrichment across species, including nonhuman primates, pigs, rabbits and ferrets. This role requires hands-on care and reliable routine operations onsite.

You will maintain supply inventories, develop monthly enrichment calendars, and collaborate with behaviorists and veterinary staff to review outcomes and adjust enrichment strategies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and one year of related experience.
• Certified at any level by AALAS preferred.
• Experience with enrichment protocols and animal care best practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute enrichment for multiple species.
• Develop monthly enrichment calendars and submit for review.
• Maintain inventory of produce and enrichment devices.
• Perform behavior scoring and review primate behavior when needed.

Skills

Animal care

Husbandry

Behavioral observation

Video analysis

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks an Animal Laboratory Specialist I to prepare and distribute enrichment across species, including nonhuman primates, pigs, rabbits and ferrets. This role requires hands-on care and reliable routine operations onsite.

You will maintain supply inventories, develop monthly enrichment calendars, and collaborate with behaviorists and veterinary staff to review outcomes and adjust enrichment strategies.