High-Containment Veterinary Research Technician (BSL-4)

Inside Higher Ed; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 35,239 - 59,939; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare research facility in Boston is actively seeking a Veterinary Research Support Technician. In this full-time role, you will provide veterinary and technical support for laboratory animal research in high-containment environments. Candidates should have substantial lab animal experience, including BSL‑4 knowledge, and appropriate certifications preferred. This position offers a unique opportunity for continued education. The salary ranges from $25.58 to $43.51 hourly based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of lab animal experience required.
• At least 1 year as Veterinary Technician for RST or equivalent.
• BSL‑4 experience or experience as study coordinator required.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary and technical support for laboratory animal research.
• Coordinate studies and oversee animal care.
• Maintain biosafety standards in high-containment settings.

Skills

Lab animal experience

Veterinary Technician skills

BSL‑4 experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

ALAT certification

LAT certification

LATg certification

Job description

A healthcare research facility in Boston is actively seeking a Veterinary Research Support Technician. In this full-time role, you will provide veterinary and technical support for laboratory animal research in high-containment environments. Candidates should have substantial lab animal experience, including BSL‑4 knowledge, and appropriate certifications preferred. This position offers a unique opportunity for continued education. The salary ranges from $25.58 to $43.51 hourly based on experience and qualifications.