ANIMAL LABORATORY SPECIALIST I Position Available In Jefferson, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: The Animal Laboratory Specialist I position at the University of Alabama, Birmingham offers an hourly wage range of $15.50 - $20.15. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, one year of related experience, and certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science is preferred. Responsibilities include maintaining animal health records, performing physical assessments on animals, and assisting in general maintenance of equipment. Employee benefits include tuition reimbursement, a pension plan, and parental leave.
Job Description
ANIMAL LABORATORY SPECIALIST I
University of Alabama, Birmingham – 4.1 Birmingham, AL Job Details $15.50 – $20.15 an hour 15 hours ago Benefits Tuition reimbursement Pension plan Parental leave Qualifications Laboratory experience High school diploma or GED Animal care 1 year Entry level Full Job Description Description
ANIMAL LABORATORY SPECIALIST I
To perform all duties essential to proper care of laboratory animals and specialized colonies within assigned areas. To work within a specialized or technical team that provides animal care consistent with animal species requirements and established guidelines. To be responsible for upkeep and general maintenance of equipment or systems and to perform physical assessments on animals and recognize signs of illness. To assist in filing and organizing health records for campus wide health surveillance program and to maintain detail records of colonies and to maintain daily animal and room census records.
Duties & Responsibilities:
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 the specialized group, but may include working with species within aquatic tanks, isolators, containment, quarantine, etc. and/or support equipment/operations Maintains knowledge of any training general requirements set forth within ARP and/or related to the specialized area Serves as specialized area contact and as a resource for any and all staff and guests Perform other duties as assigned
Hourly Wage Range:
$15.50 – $20.15 Qualifications High School diploma or GED and one (1) year of related experience required. Certified at any level by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) preferred.
Note:
All external candidates must pass a Drug & TB Skin Test UAB Benefits UAB offers a robust state-funded pension plan through the Teacher’s Retirement System of Alabama (RSA), a generous up to 5% retirement match in UAB’s voluntary retirement account, and additional RSA benefits. UAB also provides educational assistance for employees and their family, parental leave, and exclusive discounts on tickets for various cultural and entertainment events. Visit UAB’s Benefits webpage at Benefits & Wellbeing for UAB Employees – Human Resources | UAB for a comprehensive list of eligible Benefits.
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Animal Resources Care Staff Employee Status :
Regular Shift :
Day/1st Shift Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager) :
Onsite Equal Opportunity Statement :
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, religion, 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.
