Veterinary Technologist - Casual

InsideHigherEd; Burlington; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading institution is seeking a Veterinary Technologist for its Bioscience Support Facility. In this role, you will conduct animal health checks, administer treatments, and utilize specialized equipment while ensuring high standards of animal care. This part-time position offers a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to contribute to important academic and research missions.

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in a related field or relevant certification.
• One year of related experience required.
• Must communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Performs animal health checks and management tasks.
• Administers treatments under veterinary supervision.
• Operates specialized containment equipment.

Skills

Animal management

Health checks

Communication

Education

University degree in a related field

Registered Laboratory Animal Technician

Veterinary Technology Diploma

Job description

Faculty / Division : Faculty of Arts & Science

Department : Bioscience Support Facility

Campus : St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description : About Us

The Bioscience Support Facility (BSF) is a multi-faceted facility performing a plethora of services including but limited to housing and providing the best care for animals from several departments within the Faculty of Arts and Science in support of academic and research missions, training and providing access to state-of-the-art research equipment, and providing guidance and expertise in research practices.

The BSF achieves a high standard of animal care and holds a certificate of Good Animal Practice with the Canadian Council on Animal Care as well as a provincial license to operate with OMAFRA.

General Description of Class

This is the first level of technologist under direct supervision to perform laboratory animal care according to the standards set by the University, the Canadian Council on Animal Care and the Ontario Animals for Research Act.

Typical Duties

The following illustrative tasks indicate the level of skill required and the extent of responsibility involved in this job. They in no way limit the incumbent to the tasks indicated. Flexibility of the employee to perform a wide variety of functions is necessary in successfully fulfilling the requirements of this position. The degree to which each employee performs each of the following tasks listed below will vary according to where and when the employee is scheduled to work.

a) performs animal management and animal health checks; gathers appropriate samples for diagnostic purposes e.g. blood, urine, feces, swabs;

b) administers treatments as required under veterinary supervision, issues sick reports as required;

c) operates and works with specialized containment equipment such as biological safety cabinets, laminar flow racks, ventilated racks and autoclaves;

d) performs routine laboratory health surveillance e.g. pinworm check, fecal examination, blood sampling;

e) implements disease control requirements including treatment, signage, protective clothing as advised by veterinary or managerial staff;

f) wears personal protective equipment as appropriate;

g) may perform the duties of a Laboratory Animal Technician III and;

h) other related duties as required

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements for Selection :

I. Education : University degree in a related field and / or is a Registered Laboratory Animal Technician with the Canadian Association for Laboratory Animal Science and / or completion of a recognized Veterinary Technology Diploma program.

II. Experience : One year of related experience.

III. Other : Physically capable of performing the required duties, including lifting up to 50 lbs. No history of animal-related allergies. Must be willing to participate in the University Health and Safety program, which includes the requirement to undergo an immunization program depending on the work environment. Ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written). Ability to take direction and work independently. May be required to be in possession of a valid Provincial Class "G" driver's license. Ability to work weekends and holidays as required.

Notes :

The schedule for this casual position is up to 24 hours per week

This is a casual TERM position until October 2025

Closing Date : 06 / 11 / 2025, 11 : 59PM ET

Employee Group : Hourly

Appointment Type : Budget - Casual

Schedule : Part-Time

Hourly Rate : $30.63

Job Category : Research Administration & Teaching

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