Researcher Assistant (Temp)

UAB group; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a temporary full-time Veterinary Technician to support animal care and research activities. You will assist with clinical care, procedures, and general husbandry to ensure the health and welfare of research animals in compliance with institutional and regulatory guidelines.

Pay is $18.00 per hour, with potential to transition to full-time depending on funding.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field OR HS diploma with 2 years of related experience.
• Veterinary Technician certification (RVT/CVT/LVT) preferred or eligible to obtain.
• Prior experience with laboratory animals or veterinary settings preferred.
• Knowledge of animal handling, restraint, and basic clinical procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care, monitor, and health assessments of research animals.
• Assist veterinarians and research staff with clinical procedures, treatments, and surgeries.
• Administer medications and collect biological samples as directed.
• Monitor animals for signs of illness, distress, or abnormal behavior and report findings promptly.
• Maintain accurate records related to animal health, treatments, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with IACUC, USDA, and institutional policies and guidelines.
• Support facility operations, including sanitation, equipment maintenance, and inventory management.
• Assist with training of research personnel on proper animal handling and care techniques.

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

HS diploma or GED + 2 years related experience

Job description

The Engelhardt laboratory at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a dedicated and skilled temporary full-time Veterinary Technician to support animal care and research activities. The successful candidate will assist with clinical care, procedures, and general husbandry to ensure the health and welfare of research animals in compliance with institutional and regulatory guidelines. Depending on funding acquisition, this position has the potential to go full-time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide daily care, monitor, and health assessments of research animals.
• Assist veterinarians and research staff with clinical procedures, treatments, and surgeries.
• Administer medications and collect biological samples as directed.
• Monitor animals for signs of illness, distress, or abnormal behavior and report findings promptly.
• Maintain accurate records related to animal health, treatments, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with IACUC, USDA, and institutional policies and guidelines.
• Support facility operations, including sanitation, equipment maintenance, and inventory management.
• Assist with training of research personnel on proper animal handling and care techniques.

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field OR High School diploma or GED and two (2) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
• Veterinary Technician certification (RVT/CVT/LVT) preferred or eligibility to obtain certification.
• Prior experience working with laboratory animals or in a veterinary setting preferred.
• Knowledge of animal handling, restraint, and basic clinical procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a research or academic animal facility.
• Familiarity with rodent handling, dosing, and sample collection.
• Understanding of IACUC regulations and animal welfare standards.

Work Conditions

• May involve exposure to animals, allergens, and biological materials.
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle animals and equipment as required.

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

Temporary Services

Job Category

UAB Temporary Services

Organization

114402000 Temporary Services

Employee Status

Temporary

Shift

Day/1st Shift

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

Onsite