Equine Pharmacology Technician (SRA 1)

University of California • Davis, CA

404d • $55,162 - $65,811 • Onsite

About The Position

The Equine Pharmacology Technician (SRA 1) at the University of California, Davis, plays a crucial role in supporting the pharmacological research involving Thoroughbred horses. Under supervision, the technician will assist in maintaining a herd of exercised research horses and implement drug administration studies as designed by the Pharmacologist. This position involves data collection, analysis, and laboratory management to ensure the smooth operation of pharmacological studies.

Requirements

• Experience working with potentially fractious horses, including handling sedated horses.
• Experience collecting blood samples via direct venipuncture.
• Skills to work with horses in an experimental setting, including administering drugs intravenously, orally, and topically.
• Computer skills for data entry, spreadsheet creation, and database maintenance.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and knowledge of statistical analysis.
• Skills to maintain and operate a wide range of manual and computer-controlled equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Skills to train and instruct student assistants and other lab personnel.
• Computer skills to effectively use Windows-based programs and statistical software.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain a herd of exercised Thoroughbred research horses.
• Implement drug administration studies as designed by the Pharmacologist.
• Collect data and perform data analysis to support laboratory management needs.
• Assist in training students and other lab personnel.
• Maintain accurate record keeping and information management.

Benefits

• High quality and low-cost medical plans.
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums.
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave.
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies.
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies.
• Continuing Education allowance and Education Reimbursement Program.
• Access to free professional development courses.
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services.
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life and disability insurance.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer.
• Retirement benefit options including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed