Research Technician - Surgical Support and Overnight Care

Laboratory & Life SciencesResearch Technician

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Leads and provides acute and post-operative care, including anesthe

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Laboratory & Life SciencesResearch Technician

Research Technician - Surgical Support and Overnight Care

Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) designation and RLAT (or RLATR) CALAS certification are preferred. A DVM degree is an asset.

Hands-on experience with complex surgical procedures, preferably in large animal models, such as dorsal thoracic laminectomy and spinal cord contusions, epidural and spinal cord device and biomaterial implantations, vascular catheterization for IV access and device implantation, and abdominal procedures to access various organs of interest for device implantation and monitoring of function.

In-depth knowledge of veterinary best practices, CCAC guidelines, and ethical considerations in animal research.
Experience providing perioperative care, anesthesia monitoring, and postoperative animal monitoring is preferred.

Experience in designing and refining complex surgical and experimental protocols.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise sound judgment in complex veterinary and surgical situations.

Ability to operate veterinary medical and research equipment independently in accordance with established procedures and safety requirements (e.g., anesthetic machines, cautery machines, anesthetic monitoring equipment, pulse oximeter, Doppler, IV fluid pumps, syringe pumps, EtCO2 monitor, ventilator, imaging modalities, autoclaves, etc.).
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, overnight, weekends, and statutory holidays.
Must be comfortable working alone, following UBC’s strict “working alone” policies.
Exceptional organizational skills and record-keeping skills.
Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.

Must be able to lift up to 40kg several times throughout the day and stand for long periods of time; work in an environment that requires continuous bending, stooping, twisting and turning; perform repetitive tasks; demonstrate good manual dexterity, mobility, auditory, olfactory, and visual skills.
Ability to handle research animals safely and confidently and to work with laboratory reagents, research compounds, and chemicals in accordance with established protocols and safety requirements.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the job, including: working in humid environments with varying temperatures; and continuous exposure to animal dander, odours, excreta, dust, and noise.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple concurrent research projects, tasks, and deadlines, while adapting to changing priorities in a fast-paced research environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including scientific writing and preparation of figures, reports, presentations, manuscripts, and other knowledge translation materials.
Ability to train and provide technical guidance to students, trainees, and research personnel.