Researcher Assistant (Temp)

Description - Internal

The Engelhardt laboratory at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a dedicated and skilled temporary full-time Veterinary Technician to support animal care and research activities. The successful candidate will assist with clinical care, procedures, and general husbandry to ensure the health and welfare of research animals in compliance with institutional and regulatory guidelines. Depending on funding acquisition, this position has the potential to go full-time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide daily care, monitor, and health assessments of research animals.
• Assist veterinarians and research staff with clinical procedures, treatments, and surgeries.
• Administer medications and collect biological samples as directed.
• Monitor animals for signs of illness, distress, or abnormal behavior and report findings promptly.
• Maintain accurate records related to animal health, treatments, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with IACUC, USDA, and institutional policies and guidelines.
• Support facility operations, including sanitation, equipment maintenance, and inventory management.
• Assist with training of research personnel on proper animal handling and care techniques. 

Pay: $18.00 per hour