Department of Neurobiology | University of Pittsburgh
Candidate must perform duties under BSL2 conditions and requirements. Vaccinations and biannual TB testing is required.
Provides support to veterinarians, fellow technicians, and researchers to provide laboratory animal care and research support, daily monitoring of animal well-being, and cleaning and maintenance of clinical areas. Assists with procedures, provides surgical and anesthesia support, triages cases, performs medical imaging, administers medications, and other various related duties. Maintains documentation and ensures compliance with all applicable regulations. Orders and maintains supply inventory.
The Systems Neuroscience Animal Research Facility at the University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician to support the facility veterinarian and research team. This position involves assisting with animal care and research studies focused on transgenic animal models and marmoset breeding.
Key responsibilities include monitoring animal health and records, supporting research experiments, collecting and analyzing data, assisting with sterile surgical procedures, managing inventory, and maintaining laboratory equipment.
The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and problem-solving skills, experience with research animal care, and knowledge of university and federal regulations governing animal research.
Handling of non-human primates will occur frequently; pushing large equipment items around (animal cages, procedure tables, ultrasound machine, incubators, etc.) will occur frequently.
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Job Details
- Assignment Category: Full-time regular
- Job Classification: Staff.Veterinary Technician
- Job Family: Research
- Job Sub-Family: Animal Research
- Campus: Pittsburgh
- Minimum Education Level Required: High School Diploma/GED
- Minimum Years of Experience Required: No experience required
- Substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
- Required Licensure/Certification: ALAT
- Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification: CVT is required, and ALAT license is preferred.
- Work Schedule: Tuesday- Saturday,7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
- Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications
- Relocation Offered: No
- Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
- Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
- Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
- Required Documents: Resume
- Optional Documents: Cover Letter