RESEARCHER I
Position Summary
The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Ped - Neonatology, is seeking a dedicated Researcher I to join their team. This position will monitor colony health and respond to any issues identified by animal care staff or veterinarians throughout the day. Assist with the day-to-day operations of the laboratory, including ordering supplies, maintaining laboratory inventory, and ensuring equipment is properly maintained and available for research use. With appropriate training, assist with ongoing animal and in vitro experiments to support the laboratory's research initiatives.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Breeding management
- Genotyping
- Preparation and setup of experiments
- Carrying out hyperoxia exposure experiments in the early morning hours
- Overseeing the daily maintenance of the laboratory mouse colony
- Performing other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in a related field OR High School diploma or GED and two (2) years of related experience required
Work Experience
Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Alabama at Birmingham 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.
Employee Status
Regular
Shift
Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement
(Final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager)