Research Technician B/C
University of Pennsylvania•Kennett Square, PA
•$20 - $28
About The Position
The Research Technician B/C provides technical assistance with pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) studies in the Penn Vet Equine Pharmacology Laboratory. The position includes exercising horses on an equine exerciser and high-speed treadmill and assisting the PRC Barn Manager with care and herd health maintenance for approximately 20 horses.
Requirements
- Research Technician B: High school degree and 1 to 2 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Research Technician C: Bachelor's degree and 2 to 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Responsibilities
- Support PK/PD studies by performing IV catheterization, collecting blood and urine samples, labeling tubes, and entering data.
- 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.
- Clean 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.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
- Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children at Penn, and for dependent children at other institutions.
- Basic, matching, and supplemental retirement plans, with investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
- Substantial time away from work.
- Long-term care insurance.
- Wellness and work-life programs and resources.
- Professional and personal development resources.
- Access to University resources, libraries, athletic facilities, cultural activities, and recreational activities.
- Employee discounts and special services.
- Flexible work options.
- Forgivable home ownership loan for eligible employees.
- Adoption expense reimbursement for eligible employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
