Research Associate, Large Animal

Pay: $25 - $35/hour

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm. (8-9 hours of overtime expected per week until shifts will eventually be staggered)

The Research Associate will play an important role by supporting in vivo studies to test cardiovascular medical devices. This position requires a broad knowledge of animal anatomy, physiology, and surgery to help develop and support in vivo models to screen therapeutics and devices being developed for various indications.

• Administration of test substances by various basic methods (i.e., Oral gavage, intravenous, subcutaneous, intraperitoneal, intramuscular, etc.).
• Manage and observe animals for general health and overall well-being.
• Collection of biological specimens (i.e., blood from appropriate vessels from all species of laboratory animals at the site).
• Able to perform study-related activities in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice Regulations (GLPs), study protocols, and company policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Review documentation to ensure functions performed meet quality control requirements.
• Handle, restrain, and provide care for all species of laboratory animals at the site.
• Perform study preparation activities, including collection tube labeling and room setup.
• Performed catheter placements in large animals.
• Perform biopsies and skin excisions.
• Perform necropsies and tissue collection.
• Interface with different teams, including study director, principal investigator, QC/QA, and Account Managers/Sales.
• Maintain accurate records in various internal databases.
• Support internal research projects to optimize service offerings.
• Perform aseptic techniques and other duties as directed by management.

• Preclinical in vivo research lab experience (GLP or CRO)
• Large animal experience
• High school diploma or AS

• Certification as a registered veterinarian technician (RVT)