Research Services Technician

ClearPoint Neuro, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESPP

401(k) with employer matching

Employee insurance and benefits

Job summary

ClearPoint Neuro, Inc. in San Diego seeks an experienced Research Services Technician to support preclinical research activities.

This hands-on role requires working with research animals in a laboratory or preclinical setting, collaborating with scientific, veterinary, and research teams to execute studies. The successful candidate will have practical animal research experience, strong technical skills, and thorough documentation practices.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Veterinary Technology, Animal Science, Biology, or related life science.
• Hands-on experience with research animals in a laboratory, vivarium, or preclinical setting.
• Experience with animal handling, husbandry, health monitoring, and related procedures.
• Familiarity with anesthesia and aseptic techniques.
• Experience in rodent colony management preferred.
• GLP-regulated environment experience desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain documentation.
• On-site work in San Diego.

Responsibilities

• Perform and support study-related procedures, including anesthesia, aseptic preparation, surgical assistance, sample collection, health monitoring, and necropsy activities.
• Monitor research animal health and promptly communicate relevant observations and welfare concerns to veterinary and scientific personnel.
• Support the receipt, transfer, identification, and routine management of research animals.
• Perform rodent colony management activities, including breeding, strain maintenance, genotyping, and genetic monitoring.
• Prepare and maintain laboratory and procedure spaces, equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Maintain accurate study records and documentation in accordance with GLP requirements and site SOPs.
• Support study logistics, inventory management, supply ordering, and sponsor billing documentation.
• Collaborate with Research Services, Veterinary, and scientific teams to ensure efficient and high-quality study execution.

Skills

Animal handling

Laboratory procedures

Documentation

Quality awareness

Education

Associate degree or higher in Veterinary Technology, Animal Science, Biology

Tools

Rodent colony management

Job description

ClearPoint Neuro is seeking an experienced Research Services Technician to support preclinical research activities at our San Diego facility.

This is a hands-on position requiring previous experience working with research animals in a laboratory or preclinical research environment. The successful candidate will support study execution and research operations, working closely with scientific, veterinary, and research teams.

Candidates must have practical animal research experience, strong technical skills, and familiarity with laboratory procedures and research documentation. Previous experience in a GLP-regulated environment is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and support study-related procedures, including anesthesia, aseptic preparation, surgical assistance, sample collection, health monitoring, and necropsy activities.
• Monitor research animal health and promptly communicate relevant observations and welfare concerns to veterinary and scientific personnel.
• Support the receipt, transfer, identification, and routine management of research animals.
• Perform rodent colony management activities, including breeding, strain maintenance, genotyping, and genetic monitoring.
• Prepare and maintain laboratory and procedure spaces, equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Maintain accurate study records and documentation in accordance with GLP requirements and site SOPs.
• Support study logistics, inventory management, supply ordering, and sponsor billing documentation.
• Collaborate with Research Services, Veterinary, and scientific teams to ensure efficient and high-quality study execution.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Veterinary Technology, Animal Science, Biology, or a related life science discipline; equivalent relevant professional experience may be considered.
• Previous hands-on experience working with research animals in a laboratory, vivarium, or preclinical research setting is required.
• Practical experience with animal handling, husbandry, health monitoring, and research-related procedures.
• Familiarity with anesthesia and aseptic techniques is strongly preferred.
• Experience with rodent colony management is preferred.
• Previous experience in a GLP-regulated research environment is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to maintain accurate technical documentation.
• Ability to work on-site in San Diego and support study activities according to operational needs.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base Salary: $72,000–$82,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• 401(k) with employer matching contributions.
• Employee insurance and benefits package.
  

Join a multidisciplinary team working at the forefront of neuroscience, medical device development, and translational research. Your technical expertise will contribute directly to preclinical programs supporting the development of innovative therapies.