ANIMAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II

ANIMAL LAB TECHNICIAN II

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks an Animal Lab Technician II who receives continuous training and experience towards acquiring competence in caring for laboratory animals of different species and specialized colonies (i.e., pathogen-free, germ-free, biohazard, etc.). Assures animal needs are met. Cleans and sanitizes cages, equipment, and space. Collects blood and tissue samples from live mice and rats, giving injections to rodents, identifying rodents by ear punch and/or ear tagging, and applying ear tags to certain species. Performs physical assessments on animals and recognizes signs of illness. Participates in rodent necropsies. Assists in filing and organizing health records for campus-wide health surveillance program. Maintains computerized records of colonies in quarantine and maintains daily animal and room census records. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. May transport animals and/or equipment and supplies between buildings and to or from the airport and perform other duties as assigned.

Hourly Wage : $15.25-$24.75

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED and one (1) year of related experience required. Currently licensed with a Driver's License from the State of Alabama required.

UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.