Careers that Care: Strengthening the Future of Animal Research Professions

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Staffing That Sticks: How Workplace Culture Helps Retain Top Talent in Lab Animal Care - Second Webinar

November 3, 2025

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (ET)

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The second webinar in this three-part series will focus on the importance of cultivating a culture of care—a holistic approach that emphasizes the well-being of both animals and the professionals who care for them. Panelists will discuss how organizations can foster environments where staff feel valued, supported, and motivated to build long-term careers in animal care and related fields.

Drawing on real-world experiences and workforce data, the discussions will highlight strategies for retaining animal care professionals, from showing new hires that their organization is invested in both people and animals, to creating clear career pathways that allow staff to grow from entry-level positions to roles of greater responsibility. Panelists will also explore practical approaches to reinforcing organizational commitment to staff well-being, which can improve retention and engagement across the workforce.

The webinar will conclude with a moderated Q&A, offering participants the opportunity to engage with panelists on how to translate the principles of a culture of care into actionable retention and career development strategies within their own institutions.

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Mariah Waul

(202) 334-3449
mwaul@nas.edu

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It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

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Starting the Journey: Community College Engagement and Workforce Development in Laboratory Animal Science - First Webinar

September 22, 2025

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (ET)

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This opening session will spotlight how strategic partnerships with community colleges and expanded training pathways can support recruitment efforts in laboratory animal science. Drawing on insights from workforce development initiatives and community engagement, this webinar explores how institutions can attract students and early-career professionals to the field and build sustainable pipelines into meaningful animal research careers.

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Mariah Waul

(202) 334-3449
mwaul@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

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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)

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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 support the ethical and responsible care and use of animals in research.

Panelists will discuss how institutions can engage undergraduate students, trade-school and community college students, and early-career professionals by raising awareness of career opportunities in animal research oversight and compliance. The conversation will highlight practical approaches to identifying and promoting internship, volunteer, and professional development opportunities that introduce students and early-career individuals to these vital aspects of the research enterprise.

Drawing from real-world examples, panelists will share insights on how students discover and access these opportunities, and how organizations can make pathways into compliance and research administration more visible, inclusive, and rewarding. The discussion will also touch on how established employees can continue to grow through mentorship and ongoing professional development.

The webinar will include Q&A, offering participants the opportunity to engage with panelists about actionable strategies for building awareness, accessibility, and sustainability of career pathways in research administration and compliance involving the care and use of animals.

Contact

Mariah Waul

(202) 334-3449
mwaul@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

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

Staffing That Sticks: How Workplace Culture Helps Retain Top Talent in Lab Animal Care - Second Webinar

Starting the Journey: Community College Engagement and Workforce Development in Laboratory Animal Science - First Webinar