Large Animal Research Coordinator

Auburn University • Auburn, AL

13h

About The Position

Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a Coordinator of Large Animal Research. The position assists veterinarians with advanced technical procedures for reproductive management in client-owned animals and in approved funded research projects within the College of Veterinary Medicine. Flexible scheduling may be needed depending on herd and research needs. Hours could range from 4:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with most days being 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The role involves direct contact with animals susceptible to rabies. Employees must complete a rabies pre-exposure vaccination series and maintain an adequate rabies antibody titer (≥0.5 IU/mL), as recommended by CDC guidelines. Auburn University will cover the vaccination series, periodic titer checks, and any necessary boosters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or a related field.
• Two years of experience handling and managing large animals safely and working knowledge of large animal reproduction.
• Valid in-state driver's license required upon hire.
• Candidates lacking the required education may normally apply additional relevant experience toward the education requirement at a rate of two years of relevant experience per year of required education.
• Complete a rabies pre-exposure vaccination series and maintain an adequate rabies antibody titer (≥0.5 IU/mL), as recommended by CDC guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage large animals for research and teaching needs and coordinate animal use in compliance with IACUC guidelines.
• Operate, maintain, repair, and clean laboratory and research facilities and equipment, and maintain inventories for laboratory and research areas.
• Facilitate veterinary diagnostics and treatments safely by administering medications, routine vaccinations, and treatment according to prescribed instructions.
• Assist with training laboratory animal caretakers and students in animal care, preventative medicine practices, specimen collection, and animal handling.
• Inspect facilities, equipment, and supplies daily; observe animal health, environmental conditions, temperatures, and sanitation.
• Assist researchers with examinations, treatment, research projects, surgery, restraint, and sample collection, and assist with emergency and critical care of patients.
• Observe and record data and abnormal clinical signs, and collect and label specimens.
• Operate and maintain loaders, skid steers, tractors, forklifts, and other equipment to facilitate movement of heavy objects or animals.
• Assist with overall management and reproductive goals of teaching herds, including pasture management, rotational grazing, and reproductive management.
• Assist with teaching laboratories, animal demonstrations, and facility tours for veterinary students, undergraduate students, and summer education programs.
• Maintain daily records of animals used for teaching, research, and outreach purposes, and assist researchers with development and writing of regulatory protocols.

Benefits

• Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Auburn University covers the cost of the rabies vaccination series, periodic titer checks, and any necessary boosters.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level