Christal Huber

Experience

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  North Main Animal Hospital

  Jan 1999 - Jan 2001

  Veterinary Assistant

  -Explained basic animal care along with preventative medicine and surgeries to clients-Assisted the veterinarian with appointments and surgeries-Performed lab work, radiographs, filled prescriptions and performed secretarial duties-Maintained cleanliness of kennels-Trained new student employees-Checked out clients

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  University of Missouri

  Sept 2000 - Nov 2001

  Undergraduate Animal Care Assistant

  Cared for bucket calves by vaccinating, tagging, maintaining records, feeding, and weaning-Cared for maternity cows recording observations, giving pre and post calving vaccinations and maintained records-Observed and preformed heat detection, synchronization, and artificial insemination-Assisted research associates with research trails pertaining to nutrition and reproduction-Milked cows, gave farm tours and operated trailer and skid loader

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  Saint Louis Zoo

  Nov 2004 - Nov 2005

  Seasonal Zookeeper

  -Performed general animal husbandry for a variety of ungulate and bird species -Maintained records, including health and facility records-Provided animals with enrichment opportunities-Assisted veterinarians with animal health and restraint-Interacted with the public on species awareness

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  Sinclair Research, Inc.

  Nov 2005 - Aug 2010

  Senior Veterinary Technician

  Performed the in-life portion of research projects at a fast yet effective pace with variety of species including: Miniature swine, dogs, cats, rabbits, mice, rats, goats, sheep and non-human primates. Responsible for training new employees in a positive and productive environment, and contributed to training program development. Developed a scheduling tool for daily technician tasks. Worked with other departments to streamline routine husbandry and technical procedures. Performed procedures including but not limited to: surgical assistance and preparation, necropsies, pharmacokinetic and toxicokinetic studies, necropsies, radiographs, and ECGs Show less

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  University of Missouri

  Aug 2010 - Dec 2011

  Research Specialist

  Managed an average of 10 student employees in animal husbandry in laboratory procedures of a biochemistry laboratory. This included management of mouse breeding colony with 13 different strains containing approximately 2000 mice. Supervised the breeding, genotyping, and distribution of animals. Collaborated with various investigators across campus through involvement in the MU Botanical Center and distribution of estrogen receptor mice that were bred in the colony. Oversaw in-vivo studies documenting the effects of statins, elderberry, and various other botanicals on prostate tumor mastitis. Show less

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  Sinclair Research Center, L.L.C.

  Oct 2011 - Jul 2015

  Training Coordinator

  Developed, scheduled, and delivered training program for a pre-clinical contract laboratory that grew from 60-200 employees over three years. Training included technical training in laboratory animal procedures and husbandry for rodents, dogs, cats, swine, small ruminates, rabbits and non-human primates. Regulatory requirements for USDA, FDA, and ISO. Leadership, management, and DISC personality training. Managed recruiting, interviewing, hiring and onboarding of employees. Chaired technician week and employee engagement committee. Show less

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  Sinclair Research Center, LLC

  May 2015 - Oct 2015

  Facility Manager

  Managed a staff of 30 technicians and the daily operations of a laboratory animal facility. Including husbandry of swine, dogs, sheep, horses, mice, rats and guinea pigs. Scheduling of in-vivo study procedures such as dosing and blood collection averaging 25 study protocols. Supervision of diabetic pig maintenance procedures. Acquisition of animals, facility maintenance, and regulatory compliance with the Animal Welfare Act, Institution Animal Care and Use Committee, Good Laboratory Practices and AAALAC. Show less

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  MFA Incorporated

  Oct 2015 - Oct 2016

  Training Coordinator

  Responsible for developing, scheduling, and delivery of the corporate training program. Performed a company wide needs assessment, through interviews and surveys. Developed collaborative relationships with other cooperatives to establish a Learning Management System. Created marketing materials, including a website, to promote training programs, including Management Series, Customer Service, Online Training, and DISC training. Member of employee activity association and philanthropic committee. Show less

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  Animal Care Training Services (ACTS)

  Oct 2016 - Dec 2022

  Educational Consultant

  Provide training services and programs in areas of laboratory animal care and use such as husbandry, veterinary procedures, training program development, and outreach. Client acquisition at national conferences such as American Association for Laboratory Animal Sciences through exhibit hall traffic and client events for training programs

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  University of Missouri Extension

  Mar 2017 - Dec 2022

  County Engagement Specialist in 4-H Youth Development

  Responsible for the development, delivery, and evaluation of 4-H youth development programs in seven total central Missouri counties serving over 2000 youth and 350 adult volunteers. Supervise staff of 5-10 individuals in the development, implementation, and evaluation of positive youth and volunteer development programs. Assessing needs within each county and community and establishing partnerships in the delivery of 4-H programs. Management of two separate county Extension offices involving budgeting, marketing, fundraising, grant acquisition, and council oversite of a $70,000 budget. Show less

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  University of Missouri-Columbia

  Dec 2022 - now

  Senior Engagement Program Coordinator

  Coordinating Broader Impact initiatives with The Connector.