Animal Technician provides daily care for research animals of various species. Cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Being an Animal Technician monitors the health and well being of the animals, maintains logs of animal diet, behavior, vital signs and other data. Follows standard operating procedures and all biosafety and animal welfare regulations. Additionally, Animal Technician may perform procedures to collect samples. May transport animals to and from laboratories. Requires a high school diploma. May require Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) or other certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Animal Technician works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
ANIMAL LAB TECH I
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is actively seeking qualified candidates for the position of Animal Lab Technician I. Animal Lab Technicians are responsible for the husbandry of all animals used in ongoing research projects at UAB. This role is critical for the university to achieve standard care of animals used in research. This position is an apprenticeship in laboratory animal technology. The position will provide continuous training and experience toward acquiring competence in caring for laboratory animals of different species and specialized colonies (i.e., pathogen-free, germ-free, biohazard, etc.) and other duties as assigned. Lastly, this position will require the successful candidate to have good communication skills, be a self-starter with work with strong work ethic, and have the ability to lift 50 or more pounds and perform other duties as assigned.
Salary Range: $15.00
High School diploma or GED required
Note: This position will require TB and drug testing for external candidates
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