Rodent Surgery & EEG Research Scientist

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah is seeking an experienced Research Scientist III to support preclinical studies in mice and rats at the Campus location. The role involves performing complex rodent surgeries, telemetry implantations for EEG monitoring, and ensuring high standards of animal welfare and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include independently performing both survival and non-survival surgeries, perioperative care, and training staff while maintaining detailed records and sterile

Qualifications

• Equivalency: 1 year of higher education may substitute for 1 year of directly related work experience.
• Research Scientist III requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
• Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels: Research Scientist II or III.
• Preferred: minimum 4 years of rodent surgical experience in a research environment.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform survival and non-survival surgical procedures in mice and rats.
• Conduct telemetry implantation surgeries for EEG monitoring studies.
• Prepare animals for surgery, including anesthesia induction and perioperative monitoring.
• Administer and monitor inhalant and injectable anesthetics.
• Maintain detailed surgical, treatment, and animal health records.
• Perform animal husbandry tasks, include health observations and routine handling.
• Prepare, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment.
• Assist in surgical training of research staff and students.
• Maintain and troubleshoot surgical and monitoring equipment.

Skills

Rodent surgery

Anesthesia management

Perioperative care

Aseptic technique

Telemetry implantation

EEG monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Biology, Veterinary Technology, Life Sciences, or related field

Job description

The University of Utah is seeking an experienced Research Scientist III to support preclinical studies in mice and rats at the Campus location. The role involves performing complex rodent surgeries, telemetry implantations for EEG monitoring, and ensuring high standards of animal welfare and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include independently performing both survival and non-survival surgeries, perioperative care, and training staff while maintaining detailed records and sterile