ANIMAL LABORATORY SPECIALIST I

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking an Animal Laboratory Specialist I (Part-Time) to prepare and distribute enrichment for a variety of species, including nonhuman primates, pigs, rabbits and ferrets. This onsite role supports the ARP with daily care tasks and enrichment programs.

Responsibilities include maintaining enrichment inventories, rotating devices, preparing produce, and collaborating with veterinarians and welfare/behavior staff to ensure high standards of animal

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and one year of related experience required.
• Certified at any level by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute enrichment for multiple species including nonhuman primates, pigs, rabbits and ferrets.
• Rotates enrichment devices and maintains monthly enrichment calendars.
• Maintains inventory of produce and enrichment devices; prepares daily produce.
• Prepares non-human primate enclosures and ensures clean enrichment after sanitation.
• Designs, constructs or assembles enrichment devices with behaviorist input.
• Meet with veterinarian and Welfare/Behavior manager periodically; perform behavior scoring.

Skills

Animal care

Enrichment design

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description - ANIMAL LABORATORY SPECIALIST I (T233987)

ANIMAL LABORATORY SPECIALIST I - ( T233987 )

Description

ANIMAL LABORATORY SPECIALIST I (PART-TIME)

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

General Responsibilities

The University of Alabama at Birmingham Temp Services is seeking an Animal Laboratory Specialist to prepare and distribute all enrichment for a variety of species, including nonhuman primates, pigs, rabbits and ferrets Rotates novel enrichment devices. Develops comprehensive monthly enrichment calendars and submits them for review and implementation. Provides covered species with human interactive enrichment. Maintains inventory of produce. Prepares daily produce. Maintain inventory of enrichment devices. Basic understanding of species-specific behavior. Provides ferrets with exercise/playtime. Rotates rabbits onto floor and provides them with extra enrichment and possibly cleaning these runs if necessary. Prepares non-human primate enclosures and ensures the addition of clean enrichment following enclosure sanitation. Designs, constructs and/or assembles enrichment devices for all species in conjunction with behaviorist. Meet with veterinarian and Welfare/Behavior manager periodically. Behavior scoring such as alopecia and behavioral observations. Actively stays informed on the latest trends and advancements in enrichment to ensure the highest quality of care and engagement. Utilize video analysis to review and assess primate behavior as needed.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Applies general knowledge of animal biology, husbandry, and animal facility operations to the function of a specialized division of ARP in accordance with requirements and established procedures. Management of species could vary depending upon specialized group, but may include working with species within aquatic tanks, isolators, containment, quarantine, etc., and/or support equipment/operations.
2. Maintains knowledge of any training general requirements set forth within ARP and/or related to the specialized area.
3. Serves as a specialized area contact and as a resource for all staff and guests.
4. Performs other duties as assigned.

Hourly Pay Range

$15.50 – $25.20

Minimum Requirements

High School diploma or GED and one (1) year of related experience required.

Licenses / Certifications / Registrations

Certified at any level by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) preferred.

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

University

Job Category

Clerical & Administrative

Employee Status

Regular

Shift : Day/1st Shift

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