Training Coordinator, Laboratory Animal Medical Services

University of Cincinnati•Cincinnati, OH

51d•Onsite

About The Position

LAMS is hiring a Training Coordinator to join their team. This position will train researchers and LAMS husbandry and veterinary technicians with hands-on rodent handling and techniques, peri-operative care training, and species-specific training for large animals including rabbits and pigs. This position will serve as a backup for facility orientation and new employee training. This person will also develop and expand the training program.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
Five (5) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement
One (1) year of professional work experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience in public speaking/teaching.
Familiarity with Microsoft and ability to learn new software platforms (i.e., Huron).
Additional veterinary certifications (RVT, LVT, or an AALAS certification of a LAT or above).
Experience in training rodent surgical techniques.
Rodent specific handling or experience working with rabbits and/or pigs in a clinical or research setting.

Responsibilities

Perform animal handling techniques, preferably in clinical situations.
Provide training for treatment administration or sample collections.
Schedule training events and workshops, coordinate with instructors, obtain and distribute required instructional materials, and communicate schedules and details.
Communicate with University of Cincinnati employees, trainers from external organizations, professional training group members, and consultants via phone, correspondence, or in person.
Process enrollments and answer routine inquiries regarding courses, schedules, and locations.
Oversee room reservation process and maintenance of physical space and materials, which may include coordinating technical support, unlocking and locking training rooms, and tracking technical equipment.
May utilize HR information system and/or database to enter data and produce reports on training statistics, inventory levels or assessments of the programs or instructors.
Participate in special projects related to Training and Development and/or Human Resources Serve on appropriate HR and university committees.
Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Benefits

Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:
Competitive salary based on experience
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
Professional development & mentorship opportunities