Abstract
The authors describe the development of a position in animal care that combines husbandry, veterinary care, breeding colony management, and in vivo research support. The integration of these tasks gives participating animal care staff more diverse responsibilities and leads to more effective communication and collaboration between researchers and husbandry personnel.
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The authors would like to thank the Study Support Associates and Technicians at 250 MA and 100 TS for their never-ending devotion to animal care and drive for research support. An additional thank you is also extended to Catherine Sypher, Coordinator of Research Services, Scott Bechaz, Manager, and Dr. Alfred Sherer, Executive Director, for their input and support.
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Boisvert, C., Morgan, P. The Study Support Associate: an alternative to the traditional animal care position. Lab Anim 35, 34–38 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1038/laban0106-34
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