Job Description

ANIMAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I - (T240544)

Description

ANIMAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I

The University of Alabama at BirminghamGeneral Responsibilities:

This position works in an animal research environment and requires regular exposure to laboratory animals, animal housing areas, cleaning agents, disinfectants, and personal protective equipment (PPE). The role involves physical activity, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and moving supplies and equipment throughout the workday. Weekend, holiday, and rotating schedule coverage may be required to ensure continuous animal care operations. Employees must complete required training and comply with all institutional, safety, and regulatory requirements related to animal care and research support. Success in this position requires a commitment to teamwork, dependability, attention to detail, and animal welfare.Key Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Feeding and watering animals.
2. Cleaning and sanitizing animal housing areas.
3. Monitoring animal health and well-being.
4. Maintaining accurate records.
5. Assisting with routine animal care procedures.
6. Hands-on work in a fast-paced environment that requires attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to follow established protocols and safety procedures. Successful candidates will be.
7. Comfortable working around laboratory animals and animal-related materials.
8. Performing physically active duties such as lifting, standing, walking, and moving equipment throughout the workday.
9. Comprehensive training is provided, and employees are encouraged to pursue professional development opportunities, including laboratory animal science certifications.
10. Opportunity to contribute directly to groundbreaking research while ensuring the highest standards of animal care and welfare.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.Hourly Pay Range: $15.00 – $22.75

Qualifications

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.

Primary Location

: University

Job Category

: Clerical & Administrative

Organization

: 120100010 Animal Resources Care Staff

Employee Status

: Regular

Shift: Rotation / Flexible Staffing / Multiple Shifts

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