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Brown University Research Services Technician in Providence, Rhode Island

Job Description:

SUMMARY:

The position provides essential services and support to the veterinary technicians and veterinarians within the Animal Care Facility at Brown. These may include assisting with: Clinical and research procedures: setting up for animal procedures, preparing surgical packs, transporting animals, observing animals, maintaining procedure areas in good condition, providing laundry services, assisting with packing animals for exportation. Health monitoring and well-being programs: performing rounds in multiple facilities, observing health status of multiple species and recording findings for vet techs, stocking enrichment devices in multiple locations, preparing and administering enrichment schedules, administering medications, vaccinations, and treatments, collecting lab samples. Other routine and ad hoc compliance and regulatory matters as directed: Perform census, tag chemicals, assist with paperwork relating to compliance documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Required: Associate’s Degree in Animal Science, Veterinary Technology, or related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • 1-2 years of experience as a lab technician, veterinary assistant, or similar position in a research or veterinary clinic environment with direct related experience with research animals.

  • Preferred: AALAS certification (ALAT, LAT or LATG) or Veterinary Assistant certificate from a NAVTA/AVA approved program.

  • Ability to recognize normal and abnormal behavior in a variety of animal species.

  • Good attention to detail.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all levels of University personnel.

  • Basic computer skills.

  • Possesses a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community.

  • The ability to adapt to changes that occur with short notice.

Criminal and education background check required.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here (https://www.brown.edu/a-z/benefits-working-brown) .

Recruiting Start Date:

2024-08-02

Job Posting Title:

Research Services Technician

Department:

Center for Animal Resources and Education

Grade:

Grade 7

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

As an EEO/AA employer (https://go.brown.edu/equal-employment-opportunity) , Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.

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