Boston Scientific Animal Research Laboratory Technician II

About the position

We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Technician/Assistant to join our team. Working Monday to Friday from 9 am to 6 pm CT. Some holiday and weekend hours may be needed. The primary responsibility of this role is the maintenance and support of research animal health under the direction of the veterinarian or study requirements.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety and security policies by maintaining knowledge of regulations and complying with SOPs/WI documents and internal requirements.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, procedures, and data collection protocols during studies.
• Provide preventative and maintenance care for all animal species, including weights, vaccinations, sample collections, medication administration, physical exams, radiographs, and performing dental prophylaxis.
• Administer drugs through various routes including PO, IM, SQ, IV, intradermal, and transdermal.
• Understand and apply the most commonly used pharmacological drug classes in veterinary medicine.
• Support post-operative chronic procedures by performing recoveries, pain assessments, record entries, bandage applications, sample collections, medication administration, anesthesia use, vitals monitoring, and abnormality detection.
• Communicate clearly through electronic medical records, emails, and verbal interactions with veterinarians.
• Process clinical pathology samples in-house and send them to various labs as needed.
• Ensure animals receive adequate enrichment and social housing.
• Clean and maintain lab areas, assist with kennel and animal care, and report health issues to veterinarians and study directors/sponsors.
• Maintain and back up records to ensure regulatory compliance, including treatment records, data forms, and drug logs.
• Coordinate inventory management by researching new supplies/equipment and consulting with the manager.
• Induce and maintain anesthesia, monitor physiological status, and take appropriate actions for animals in studies.
• Stay updated on equipment, instruments, and veterinary techniques through journals and training.
• Maintain animal health by consulting with veterinarians, administering prescribed therapy, and monitoring treatment responses.
• Perform pre-purchase physical and vaccination examinations and communicate suitability to veterinarians and vendors.
• Assist with/conduct necropsies, label and document specimens, photograph pathology, coordinate exams, and log reports.
• Assist in pathology assessments by preparing, sending, and receiving specimens according to GLP guidelines.
• Coordinate lab projects, communicate project status, and maintain lab equipment.
• Use research experience to aid in study design and conduct, including suggesting study designs, planning schedules, setting up equipment, interpreting data, and record retention.
• Build quality into all aspects of their work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements.

Requirements

• Experience with GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) studies.
• Experience with animal husbandry.
• Knowledge of SOP (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Experience with GDP (Good Documentation Practice) documentation.
• Technical skills in drug dose calculations and anesthesia.
• 1-2 years of related experience in a similar role.

Nice-to-haves

• AA Degree or equivalent work experience in a related discipline.
• Certified Veterinary Technician is highly preferred.
• Experience with animals in a pre-clinical setting, particularly pigs, dogs, and sheep.

Benefits

• 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)