ANIMAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I

uab; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking an Animal Laboratory Technician I to join the Animal Resources Program. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience in laboratory animal care and facility operations, with training toward AALAS certification and clear opportunities for professional development.

Work is conducted on-site in a research animal facility, with weekend and holiday coverage to ensure continuity of care; the role includes learning husbandry, health observation,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; work experience cannot substitute education.
• Entry-level role with on-the-job training in animal care and facility operations.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily husbandry care for laboratory animals, including feeding, watering, monitoring health status, and maintaining appropriate environmental conditions.
• Clean, sanitize, and maintain animal housing areas, cages, equipment, and facility spaces according to safety and regulatory requirements.
• Observe animal health and behavior, identify abnormalities, and report concerns to supervisory or veterinary personnel.
• Record animal care activities and health observations accurately and timely.
• Operate and maintain cage washers, autoclaves, and other animal care equipment.
• Complete required training and follow institutional, regulatory, and animal welfare protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Animal care

Health observation

Environmental monitoring

Regulatory compliance

Equipment operation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

ANIMAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

General Responsibilities

This position is part of UAB's Animal Resources Program and provides hands-on experience in laboratory animal care and facility operations. The successful candidate will receive training in animal husbandry, animal health observation, sanitation procedures, regulatory compliance, and safe operation of animal care equipment. This is an entry-level opportunity for individuals interested in animal care, research support, or laboratory animal science. The position offers professional development, training toward AALAS certification, and opportunities for career progression within the Animal Resources Program. Work is performed onsite in a research animal facility and may include weekend and holiday coverage to ensure continuity of animal care.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• 1.Provide daily husbandry care for laboratory animals, including feeding, watering, monitoring health status, and maintaining appropriate environmental conditions.
• 2.Clean, sanitize, and maintain animal housing areas, cages, equipment, and facility support spaces in accordance with established safety and regulatory requirements.
• 3.Observe animal health and behavior, identify abnormalities, and report concerns to supervisory or veterinary personnel.
• 4.Record animal care activities, health observations, sanitation activities, and other required documentation accurately and timely.
• 5.Operate and maintain cage washers, autoclaves, and other animal care equipment to support facility operations and compliance standards.
• 6.Complete required training and follow institutional, regulatory, and animal welfare protocols to ensure safe and effective performance of assigned responsibilities.
• 7.Perform other duties as assigned.

Hourly Pay Range

$15.00 – $22.75

Minimum Requirements

High School diploma or GED required. Work experience may NOT be substituted for education.

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.