Surgical Research Technician

• Will be trained and validated on use of anesthesia in rats and mice (e.g. isoflurane, pentobarbital)
• Will be trained and validated to perform surgeries based on study needs
• Trains in vivo staff on surgical procedures
• Post-operatively observes and reports signs of abnormal clinical observations to study PIs and/or manager
• Orders and/or stocks laboratory surgical supplies and materials
• Supports technical in-life study work
• Contributes to studies by collecting and recording animal health and body weight data and assisting with metabolic cage cycling
• Doses animals by various routes (e.g., SC, IP, PO, IV)
• Performs blood collection in rats and mice (e.g. tail vein, retro-orbital, cardiac puncture, submandibular)
• Processes blood samples for production of plasma and/or serum
• Performs organ harvest and processing in rats and mice
• May maintain chronically-instrumented animals and record findings (e.g., exteriorized catheters) as directed
• May be trained to assist with and/or performance of study measurements (e.g., MediBeacon, tail-cuff blood pressure measurement, whole-body plethysmography)
• May prepare solutions and assist with compound formulation as directed
• Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in science or equivalent professional experience
• LAT Certification desirable
• 3-6 years of in-vivo work experience

COMPETENCIES

• Strong communication skills
• Detail-oriented approach
• Ability to be an active team participant
• Ability to perform high volume, repetitive organizational tasks
• Ability and diligence with details and record keeping
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Word and Excel).

OTHER

• Must be able to work in a laboratory setting with direct exposure to/handling of laboratory animals.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Work will require PPE (personal protective equipment).
• Hours are weekdays and some weekday evenings, weekends (day or evenings) and holidays as required.

Salary Range: $29.13/hr- $38.41/hr adjusted according to the level of the role and the candidate's relevant experience and/or education. Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities.

Benefits: Health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401(k), and more.

Position Status: closes on 03/24/26

*This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person's relevant experience and/or education level.

Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we "Play to Win" in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. There's an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual's unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people's lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.