Research Technician B/C

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Posted Job Title
Research Technician B/C
Job Profile Title
Technician, Research Laboratory C
Job Description Summary
The Research Technician B/C will provide technical assistance with PK/PD studies in the Penn Vet Equine Pharmacology Laboratory including exercising horses on an equine exerciser and high speed treadmill, and will assist the PRC Barn Manager with horse care and herd health maintenance for approximately 20 horses.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Assist with PK/PD studies by performing IV catheterization, blood and urine sample collection, tube labeling, and data entry.
Assist with routine maintenance of the equine research herd including minor wound and veterinary care as directed, vaccinations, deworming, hoof care, dental care and animal restraint as needed. Cleaning stalls if needed.
Assist with Exercising horses on a high speed equine treadmill
Independently exercise horses on an Equine Exerciser
Assist with data compilation and verification for research studies
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Research Technician B: High School Degree and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Research Technician C: Bachelor's Degree and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Job Location - City, State
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
Department / School
School of Veterinary Medicine
Pay Range
$19.57 - $27.88 Hourly Rate
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