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Training Coordinator, Laboratory Animal Medical Services

University of Cincinnati
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Ohio, Cincinnati
Nov 19, 2025

Training Coordinator, Laboratory Animal Medical Services


Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.

About the Laboratory Animal Medical Services (LAMS)

The Laboratory Animal Medical Services (LAMS) in the Office of Research at the University of Cincinnati (UC) is responsible for husbandry and veterinary care of all vertebrate animals on the UC campuses. LAMS is committed to providing high-quality services to meet the needs of the researchers. In addition, LAMS is responsible for assisting researchers in model development, animal usage, humane animal treatment, and compliance with University policies and procedures and governmental regulations.

Job Overview

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.

Essential Functions

  • 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.

Required Education

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

Required Experience

One (1) year of professional work experience.

Additional Qualifications Considered

  • 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.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment
  • Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Application Process

A resume and cover letter are required as part of the application process. Attach these documents before submitting your application.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:

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



To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page athttps://www.uc.edu/careers.html

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here:https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources atjobs@uc.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

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Training Coordinator, Laboratory Animal Medical Services

Date:

Nov 18, 2025

Location:


Cincinnati, OH, US



Facility:

Main Campus



Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati



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Medical Lab, Curriculum, Laboratory, Facilities, Technical Support, Healthcare, Education, Science, Operations, Technology


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