Veterinary Technician

Job Description:

Summary

The Veterinary Technician (VT) assists the Veterinary Services team in the daily care and management of USDA-covered research animals. This role is critical in maintaining high standards of animal welfare, procedural support, and facility operations. This position reports directly to the Veterinary Services Supervisor (VSS) and provides essential assistance to the Senior Veterinary Technicians (SVTs), the VSS, the Veterinary Services Manager (VSM), the veterinarians, and the principal investigators (PIs). Areas of assistance include clinical and research procedures, pre- and post-operative care, surgery, imaging, maintenance of support areas (e.g., pharmacy, surgery, radiology, MRI, ethylene oxide and necropsy), and participation in health monitoring and well-being programs. Additionally, The VT assists with recordkeeping to ensure compliance with federal regulations (USDA Animal Welfare Regulations, PHS policy, and DEA regulations) and University policies and to maintain AAALAC accreditation.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Required: Associate’s degree in a related field with 2 years directly related experience with animals, preferably in a research setting.

And/or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.

Veterinary Technician certification (CVT) and/or AALAS Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) or Surgical Research Anesthetist (SRA) certification preferred.

Must obtain LAT certification within 2 years of employment.

Job Competencies:

Must be engaged, enthusiastic, and committed to humane and compassionate care in a dynamic working environment.

Excellent interpersonal and customer relations skills to deal with all levels of University personnel and outside sponsors.

Ability to recognize normal and abnormal behavior in a variety of animal species.

Good attention to detail.

Demonstrated ability to work as a team and thrive in a busy environment.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Knowledge of and comfort with technology in the workplace including tablet technology, animal census and IACUC software, Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.

The person in this position frequently communicates with faculty and researchers who inquire about their research animals. Must be able to exchange accurate information.

Work with a wide variety of animals and must learn about different housing and care needs of each.

Must be responsive to changes that occur with short notice.

* Background check and drug screen required.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION CHECK REQURED

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-05-21

Job Posting Title:

Veterinary Technician

Department:

Center for Animal Resources and Education

Grade:

Grade 8

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C. All remote work must be performed in a state in which Brown is registered to do business.

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EEO Statement:

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