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Careers that Care: Strengthening the Future of Animal Research Professions

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Join the BAHSCR Roundtable on Science and Welfare of Animals Involved in Research for a three-part webinar series focused on building a strong, inclusive workforce in animal research. From recruitment to retention, each session explores practical strategies to attract and support professionals in animal care, research compliance, and administration.

This webinar series has been organized in collaboration with Kathleen Hoffman (Boston University), Dr. Galen Cobb (FASEB), Dr. Elizabeth Houston, and Dr. Stacy Pritt (Texas A&M University System).

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Launching Careers in Research Compliance: Internships and Pathways for the Next Generation - Third Webinar

  • December 4, 2025
  • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (ET)
  • Webinar
  • Upcoming

The third and final webinar in this three-part series will explore strategies for attracting and preparing the next generation of professionals in research administration and compliance—key roles that...

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Innovation and high standards of care in research involving animals will require developing and maintaining a skilled and engaged workforce. The BAHSCR Roundtable on Science and Welfare of Animals Involved in Research presents a three-part webinar series exploring strategies for recruiting, retaining, and supporting professionals across roles in animal care, research compliance, and administration.

Each webinar features experts and practitioners discussing real-world strategies, tools, and data to help shape a workforce equipped for the future. This series is designed for anyone invested in the long-term success of careers that support the care and use of animals in research, including individuals in leadership, human resources, research administration, animal care, and education.

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