Lab Animal Vet Tech & Research Support

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) DLAR division seeks a Veterinary Technician to provide nursing care for laboratory animals, support basic aseptic techniques, and assist researchers. The role requires clinical rounds, treatments, and anesthesia assistance under supervision.

Responsibilities include maintaining health records, ensuring animal welfare, training staff, and adherence to IACUC protocols and institutional standards. On-site daily animal care at MUSC facilities is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or directly related experience.
• Experience with animal care, welfare regulations, and IACUC protocols preferred.
• Ability to perform clinical rounds, administer treatments, and assist with surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Maintain animal care and welfare, monitor health, and follow IACUC protocols.
• Perform veterinary nursing duties, administer treatments, support anesthesia and surgeries.
• Maintain accurate medical records and regulatory documentation.
• Provide training and support to DLAR staff and researchers.
• Enforce safety and animal welfare standards in daily activities.

Skills

Veterinary nursing

Clinical observations

Animal welfare

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in animal husbandry, agriculture or related field

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) DLAR division seeks a Veterinary Technician to provide nursing care for laboratory animals, support basic aseptic techniques, and assist researchers. The role requires clinical rounds, treatments, and anesthesia assistance under supervision.

Responsibilities include maintaining health records, ensuring animal welfare, training staff, and adherence to IACUC protocols and institutional standards. On-site daily animal care at MUSC facilities is expected.