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Pay Range

$25.65-$38.42

Company Overview

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Please review important announcements about vaccination requirements and our upcoming EHR implementation by clicking here (https://careers.mskcc.org/frequently-asked-questions/) .

Important Note for MSK Employees:

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Job Description

The Research Animal Resource Center (RARC) is a component of the Center of Comparative Medicine and Pathology. We provide staff and facilities to effect the humane care and use of animals used in research and instructing at MSKCC. We are currently seeking a Veterinary Technician who will provide health care to laboratory animals maintained at MSKCC and occasionally WCMC by evaluating cases and implementing treatment in consultation with the veterinary staff. Are you ready to begin your career in Animal Resources?

You Will:

• Perform rounds and coordinate animals to assess compliance and animal health and well-being.

• Evaluate and assess common disease conditions and reports problems.

• Coordinate clinical treatment, collect diagnostic and environmental samples, and coordinate euthanasia.

• Perform or assist with routine quarantine procedures on primates, dogs, cats, farm animals and rodents.

• Participate in the rodent sentinel health surveillance program.

• Prepare and prioritize the operating room for procedures, including preparation and sterilization of surgical instruments and supplies.

• Assist and coordinate with veterinarians and investigators in surgical procedures

• Coordinate the Veterinary Services pharmacy and dispenses supplies, medication and controlled substances to investigators.

  You Need:

• Associates Degree / Certified Vocational Training in Veterinary Science, Veterinary Technology, or Animal Health Science OR Bachelor's Degree in Life or Natural Sciences.

• AALAS certification at a minimum of the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) level strongly preferred.

• Familiarity with the use of various monitoring modalities and anesthesia equipment.

• Outstanding written and verbal skills and familiarity with Microsoft Suite.

• Detail oriented and outstanding organization skills with excellent interpersonal skills

  Schedule:

• Monday - Friday, 9AM to 5PM. Rotating weekends.

  sign-on bonus: $1,000, subject to taxes, to be paid out after successful completion of first 90 days of employment

  Pay Range $X

  Pleaseclick (https://careers.mskcc.org/frequently-asked-questions/) to learn more about MSK’s compensation philosophy.

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Closing

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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Job LocationsUSA-NY-New York

Posted Date3 weeks ago(4/2/2024 1:45 PM)

Requisition ID 2024-75876

Category Research/Husbandry

Pay Range $25.65-$38.42