Overview

This temporary position in the Multipurpose Lab at Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine begins in August and runs through November, with the possibility of continuing through April and recurring each Fall and Spring semester. Flexible weekday hours are needed, with primary responsibilities on Tuesdays and Thursdays from August through November. Typical hours are from 9:00am - 5:00pm with flexibility required.

This position involves direct contact with animals susceptible to rabies. Employees in this role must complete a rabies pre-exposure vaccination series and maintain adequate rabies antibody titer (>=0.5 IU/mL) as recommended by CDC guidelines.

Auburn University will cover the cost of the rabies vaccination series, periodic titer checks, and any necessary boosters.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction lab program for enrolled students which includes conveying technical information, assisting students with animal handling and technical procedures (catheter placement, induction of anesthesia, epidural placement, medications, laboratory testing, venipuncture, operating room procedures and sterility).
• Assist in managing facilities physical inventory to include (but not limited to) counting, stocking, ordering and compiling list of frequently used supplies and equipment. Works with coordinator to ensure appropriate supplies are ordered and maintained.
• Ensures high levels of safety and efficiency of laboratory operations and provides security of equipment.
• Assist in coordinating care, intake and discharge of animals while they are in the care of Auburn University. Helps to ensure that all animal activities are compliant with the institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) regulations.

Qualifications

Veterinary Assistant: High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of experience in the professional care and comfort of animals.

Veterinary Technician: Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field that qualifies an individual to obtain national certification.

Active license with the Alabama State Board of Veterinary Medicine as a Veterinary Technician, OR Have met all requirements to become licensed in the State of Alabama. Licensure must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.