Research Services Technician
REQ197045
Bio-Med Animal Care Facility
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.
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, 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.
To apply, visit https://brown.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/staff-careers-brown/job/Bio-Med-Animal-Care-Facility/Research-Services-Technician_REQ197045-1.
Location: Providence, RI
Posted: Aug. 26, 2024, 1:58 a.m.
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