Primate Animal Research Technician
84464BR
Pediatrics-Hematology/Oncology
Status
Full-Time
Standard Hours per Week
40
Job Category
Research,
Regular, Temporary, Per Diem
Regular
Pay Range
$19.83-$29.49 Hourly
Office/Site Location
Boston
Remote Eligibility
Onsite Only
Job Posting Description
At Boston Children’s Hospital, the quality of our care – and our inclusive hospital working environment – lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we’re committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.
Plays a critical role as a part supporting Boston Children’s Hospital pediatric cancer research. Works closely with the research veterinarian on conducting important pre-clinical immunological research in complex nonhuman primate models. Ensures excellent animal care and welfare.
Dr. Kean’s research program is focused on the immunology of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, tolerance induction for solid organ transplantation through cellular therapeutics, and immune tolerance in allo- and auto-immune diseases. The overarching goal of her research is to understand mechanisms underlying immune tolerance.
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The Primate Animal Research Technologist will be responsible for:
- Daily observation
- Research medication dosing
- Biological sampling (blood draws)
- Assisting with bone marrow aspiration, CSF collection, and simple biopsies
- Supporting Surgical and post-operative, and maintaining tether systems
- Daily communication with the team regarding animal status and project progress
- Maintaining research and medical records
- Welfare and compliance monitoring
Minimum Requirements
Education
- A minimum of high school level of education is required.
- An associate’s degree in Biological or animal sciences is preferred.
Experience
- A minimum of two years of experience working with non-human primates or large animals in a research or clinical setting is required.
- Certification with the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science at ALAT or LAT level preferred
- CVT/RVT/LVT licensure is preferred.
Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, childcare and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork
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The posted pay range is Boston Children’s reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Boston Children’s Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, military or veteran status or any other classification protected by law in hiring, promotion, compensation and other terms and conditions of employment. Boston Children’s Hospital collects and maintains information regarding gender, race, and ethnicity for equal opportunity compliance purposes. Boston Children’s Hospital also is subject to various government recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations.
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