Veterinary Technician-part Time

Part-Time Veterinary Technician

Overview:

We are seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Technician with hands-on swine experience to support preclinical research activities. This role will split time between animal care and laboratory sample processing, contributing to ongoing research initiatives. This is a 20-hour per week position, ideal for candidates experienced in large animal models and interested in translational research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide daily care, monitoring, and handling of swine in a research environment
• Assist with clinical procedures, including dosing, sample collection (blood and tissue), and observational assessments
• Support necropsy procedures and tissue collection as needed
• Process biological samples (e.g., blood, tissue, serum) for downstream laboratory analysis
• Maintain accurate records, logs, and study documentation in accordance with protocols
• Ensure compliance with IACUC, GLP, and applicable animal care standards
• Assist with laboratory operations, including sample tracking, labeling, storage, and shipment coordination
• Maintain clean, organized animal housing and laboratory environments

Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Biology, or a related field preferred
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience working with large animals (swine strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with research protocols and regulated environments (e.g., GLP, IACUC)
• Strong attention to detail, particularly with documentation and sample handling
• Ability to work a part-time schedule and adapt to changing study timelines
• Comfortable working in both animal care and laboratory settings

Schedule:

• Approximately 20 hours per week
• Typical schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00/1:00 PM (flexibility required based on study needs)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Worcester, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Worcester,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 2026.

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