What are the responsibilities and job description for the ANIMAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II position at University of Alabama at Birmingham?
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, gives injections to rodents, identifies rodents by ear punch and/or ear tagging, and applies 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 the campus-wide health surveillance program. Maintains computerized records of colonies in quarantine and maintains daily animal and room census records. May transport animals and/or equipment and supplies between buildings and to or from the airport. Perform other duties as assigned.
Hourly Wage: $15.50 (negotiable based on experience)
High School diploma or GED and one (1) year of related experience required.
UAB Benefits
UAB offers a robust state-funded pension plan through the teacher's Retirement System of Alabama (RSA), a generous up to 5% retirement match in UAB’s voluntary retirement account, and additional RSA benefits. UAB also provides educational assistance for employees and their family, parental leave, and exclusive discounts on tickets for various cultural and entertainment events. Visit UAB’s Benefits webpage at Benefits & Wellbeing for UAB Employees - Human Resources | UAB for a comprehensive list of eligible Benefits.
UAB EEO Statement
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, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, 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
Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager)
Onsite
Hourly Wage: $15.50 (negotiable based on experience)
High School diploma or GED and one (1) year of related experience required.
UAB Benefits
UAB offers a robust state-funded pension plan through the teacher's Retirement System of Alabama (RSA), a generous up to 5% retirement match in UAB’s voluntary retirement account, and additional RSA benefits. UAB also provides educational assistance for employees and their family, parental leave, and exclusive discounts on tickets for various cultural and entertainment events. Visit UAB’s Benefits webpage at Benefits & Wellbeing for UAB Employees - Human Resources | UAB for a comprehensive list of eligible Benefits.
UAB EEO Statement
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, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, 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
Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager)
Onsite
Salary : $16
