Senior Veterinary Technician

The Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute in the Department of Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh has an immediate opening for a Senior Veterinary Technician. The applicant will assist in surgical procedures such as organ transplantation and open graft biopsies, and perform and assist with minor surgical procedures, such as lymph node excision and/or biopsies. The applicant will be responsible for the clinical management of the allograft recipient animals, including preparation for the transplant and clinical monitoring after transplant. The applicant will be responsible for the collection and processing of blood and tissue samples before and after transplantation. The applicant will assist with the initiation and maintenance of multiple cell cultures related to cell therapy and immunological monitoring the allograft recipients. Must be able to manage multiple projects, as well as help the principal investigator, postdoctoral associates, and other team members coordinating and completing their studies. The applicant should be highly motivated to learn, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently. This individual will collect, organize, and analyze medical and research data. Sound judgment, strong analytical skills, and exceptional interpersonal skills are a must.

Job Summary

Serves as senior support to veterinarians and researchers to provide laboratory animal care and research support. Performs preventative medicine, traige and emergency response, and conducts complex procedures. Takes a lead role in anesthetic and surgical support procedures, oversees and directs veterinary technician support, and provides backup support to leadership. Performs medical imaging, treatments, and administers medications as prescribed. Ensures adherence to all federal and state health laws and responds to regulatory issues. Maintains sanitization and conducts administrative duties.

Essential Functions

Frequent standing and traveling between laboratories. Excellent hand/eye coordination and computer skills required.

Physical Effort

The incumbent must be able to sit, stand and walk for long periods. May be required to move or lift objects up to 50 pounds.

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Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Senior Veterinary Technician Job Family: Research Job Sub Family: Animal Research Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: High School Diploma/GED Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule: 8:30am - 5:00pm M-F Work Arrangement: 8:30am - 5:00pm M-F Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications Relocation_Offered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable Required Documents: Resume Optional Documents: Cover Letter PI242905050