Research Veterinary Technician: Animal Care & Surgery

SUNY Downstate Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University seeks a full-time Instructional Support Technician / Veterinary Technician to provide clinical and technical support for animals in the institution's research facilities. This role focuses on candidate welfare, surgical assistance, anesthesia, and compliant animal care under veterinary direction.

The position reports to the Veterinary Technician Supervisor and works with veterinary staff, researchers, and animal care personnel.

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary clinical care for laboratory animals.
• Familiarity with anesthesia and perioperative care in research settings.
• Ability to document animal health, welfare and procedures clearly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vivarium rounds, observe animal health, welfare and behavior.
• Identify animals needing veterinary attention and assist in triaging.
• Administer treatments and assist with diagnostic testing and examinations.
• Support rodent health surveillance and enrichment per IACUC.
• Prepare operating rooms and assist throughout perioperative care.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with SOPs and quality assurance.
• Collaborate with investigators and staff to ensure animal welfare.

Skills

Veterinary clinical care

Surgical assistance

Animal welfare

Anesthesia support

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Animal handling tools

Job description

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University seeks a full-time Instructional Support Technician / Veterinary Technician to provide clinical and technical support for animals in the institution's research facilities. This role focuses on candidate welfare, surgical assistance, anesthesia, and compliant animal care under veterinary direction.

The position reports to the Veterinary Technician Supervisor and works with veterinary staff, researchers, and animal care personnel.