Researcher Assistant (Temp)
Reference: T237995
The Engelhardt laboratory at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)
is seeking a dedicated and reliable temporary Research Assistant to support
the care research animal models. This full-time temporary position will focus
on daily rearing, monitoring animal health, and assisting with experimental
protocols in a fast-paced research environment. Depending on funding
acquisition this position has the potential to go full-time.
Key Responsibilities
Provide daily care for research animals, including feeding, drug dosing,
and animal daily maintenance.
Monitor and record animal health, behavior, and wellbeing; promptly report
abnormalities to research staff or veterinary personnel.
Support specialized dietary needs (e.g., wet food, enzyme
supplementation) and monitor intake.
Maintain accurate records of animal care, body weight, and body condition
score.
Assist with sample collection (e.g., feces, tissue) and basic procedures
as needed.
Ensure compliance with UAB, IACUC, and institutional animal care
guidelines.
Support general lab operations as needed.
Assist in the setup and preparation of laboratory experiments and
procedures.
Perform routine measures, tests, and/or assays following established
protocols and procedures.
Collect, record, and analyze research data with accuracy and attention to
detail.
Exhibits independence in adaptation when encountering methodological
problems.
Serves as a resource for technicians and assistants; supervising their
activities as needed.
May assist in writing and editing grant proposals, research protocols, and
data collection documents.
Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized research
environment.
Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research
collaborator contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Pay Rate: $18.00
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent (Associate's or Bachelor's degree in
animal science or related field preferred)
Experience with animal handling or husbandry (laboratory or veterinary
setting preferred)
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks (lifting, standing, working
in animal facilities)
Strong attention to detail and reliability
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with laboratory animal models and breeding colonies
Familiarity with animal protocols and compliance (IACUC)
Comfortable working with animal models.
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.
