Lab Tech-Medical Science II

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Lab Tech-Medical Science II to assist in veterinary research projects involving animal models. This role entails direct animal care, data collection, and routine laboratory tasks. A high school diploma and two years of relevant experience is required, and a Veterinary Technician license is preferred.

This position requires strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to work with a team, and experience handling various animal species. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to important veterinary research.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience required.
• Hands-on animal experience in a clinical or research setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementation of research projects and data collection.
• Animal care including monitoring health and administering treatments.
• Perform routine laboratory tests and procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Basic computer knowledge (MSWord, Excel)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Veterinary Technician license (preferred)

Job description

Lab Tech-Medical Science II

Posting Number: S15303P

Position Summary

This role is responsible for the support, planning, execution, and reporting of veterinary research projects involving animal models. These projects may entail laboratory and/or clinical research. Individuals in this position operate as part of a team of departmental technicians serving a large department of faculty researchers. Project specific duties will vary with individual principal investigator and project. This role’s primary responsibility is to work directly with animals, although light laboratory work (cell culture, PCR, or others) may be required.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Organize and assist in implementation of research projects including data collection and project management.
• Read and develop basic understanding of research project protocols.
• Maintain accurate records of research projects.
• Prepare data reports.
• Proper disposal of biohazard waste.
• Perform inventory and provide basic maintenance and ordering of research supplies and equipment.
• Work with multiple investigators within the department.
• Job duties will vary with each investigator and project.
• Animal care including daily monitoring of physical health/well‑being, administering treatments, and management.
• Assist with clinical trials involving client‑owned animals.
• Animal restraint.
• Collection of blood by venipuncture, and urine by expression, cystocentesis, or catheterization.
• Collection and preparation of tissue, cellular, or microbiological samples.
• Perform routine laboratory test procedures.
• Assist in radiology including patient positioning, image processing, and safety.
• Ability to perform intravenous and arterial catheterization.
• Administration and application of treatments, drugs, fluids, medications and immunological agents by oral, parenteral and injectable routes.
• Clinical health record keeping.
• Provide introduction and maintenance of anesthesia (if licensed).
• Perform various procedures such as but not limited to euthanasia, surgical assistance, and resuscitative procedures.
• Prepare operating room, instruments, and animal for sterile surgery.
• Professionally communicate with investigators, sponsors, and colleagues concerning workflow, time limitations, and project status.
• Light laboratory work (sample processing, cell culture, PCR).
• Perform other reasonable tasks requested by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

• Read and develop basic understanding of research project protocols.
• Strong organizational skills, detail oriented and accurate.
• Existing ability or willingness to learn handling and restraint of multiple species of animals.
• Effective communication skills.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills while carrying out instructions.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality, while providing consultation to a variety of stakeholders.
• Maintain a positive attitude and calm demeanor throughout stressful situations.
• Accept constructive criticism.
• Basic computer knowledge in MSWord and Excel.

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Sit, stand, stoop, bend, and walk intermittently during the day on hard floor surfaces.
• Work with small, delicate pieces of equipment or large heavy objects/containers/machinery.
• Wear required protective gear (facemask, gloves, gown, hairnet, safety goggles).
• Work for long periods of time with arms extended.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

Licensed Veterinary Technician with hands on animal experience in clinical or research setting.

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR [e-mail].

Contact Details

• Recruitment Contact Name: Annie Bullington
• Recruitment Contact Email: [e-mail]