Research veterinary technician

· Part-time: 16-24 h/wk. Working days can be arranged with PI during Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm.

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The Department of Oral Biology is seeking motivated individuals with background in veterinary technology, veterinary surgical nursing and/or animal models to join our team at UB. The work will be performed in a fast-paced regenerative dentistry lab. Prior experience working with lab animals (rodents/ferrets/cats) is key. We are a multidisciplinary group seeking individuals to join our team who are excited to learn new things and are dedicated to the animals and project goals. Successful applicants are expected to assist with the planning and implementation of current and new animal models by:

o Performing diagnostic tests, x-rays and blood or fluid analyses.

o Safely restraining animals. Administering medications.

o Preparing animals for surgery, including intubation, catheter placement, sterilizing tools, administering anesthesia, monitoring vital signs and anesthesia recovery.

o Lab maintenance (handling/disposal of hazardous waste, inventory, ordering supplies).

o Maintaining procedure logs and anesthesia records.

o Supporting in vivo studies in a strongly collaborative environment.

o Supporting PI during surgical procedures.

o Tissue embedding/sectioning/histology (can be trained).

o Microscopy and micro-CT scanning and data analysis (can be trained).

Our lab works closely with scientists to develop new dental regenerative therapies and conduct translational studies, often in collaboration with different centers and lab partners. Solid organizational skills are a must. The candidate should be able to manage multiple detail-oriented tasks with minimal supervision, capable of trouble-shooting and critical thinking, self-motivated, dedicated, and creative. Excellent organizational skills, ability to work well with others, and willingness to learn new lab techniques and follow instructions are key.

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o Associate degree in a related field

o Current Veterinary Technician license or equivalent experience

o At least one year of experience in a veterinary or laboratory setting

o Experience in anesthesia of small/mid-size animals and assisting in/performing surgery

o Microsoft Office proficiency

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o Experience with laboratory techniques (histology sample processing and micro-CT)

o Data organization experience in MS Excel

o Ability to troubleshoot laboratory protocol

o Interest in contributing to publications

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o Work with PI on animal procedures, anesthesia, monitoring and follow up care (35%)

o Sample processing and analysis for histology, micro-CT (50%).

o Maintain lab in working condition (keeping inventory of supplies and reagents, placing of orders, update protocols, arranging maintenance services for lab equipment, etc. (10%).

o Meet weekly with main investigator to discuss experiments and lab maintenance (5%).

· Interested applicants, please submit CV and Cover Letter to Dr. Camila Sabatini ([email protected]).

· Three reference letters optional but recommended.

· Start date 12/01/2025.

· Campus Location: University at Buffalo, Biomedical Research Building, South Campus

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 24 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Work Location: In person