Researcher Assistant (Temp)

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable temporary Research Assistant to support the care of research animal models in the Engelhardt laboratory at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). This full-time temporary position has the potential to become permanent depending on funding acquisition.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for research animals, including feeding, drug dosing, and animal 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, including 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.
• Exhibit independence in adapting to methodological problems.
• Serve as a resource for technicians and assistants; supervise 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned, which may involve research collaborator contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.

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.

Pay

$18.00 per hour.

Schedule

Full-time, temporary position. Day/1st shift. Onsite.