Laboratory Technician II

Overview

Job Title:
Laboratory Technician II
Job Description

This is an onsite position located at the RTC Lab in Arden Hills, MN. The hours for this role are Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM CT. The Laboratory Technician II plays a crucial role in maintaining and supporting the health of research animals under the guidance of a veterinarian or study requirements.

• Adhere to safety and security policies by maintaining knowledge of regulations and complying with SOPs/WI documents and internal requirements.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, procedures, and data collection protocols during studies.
• Provide preventative and maintenance care for all animal species, including weights, vaccinations, sample collections, medication administration, physical exams, radiographs, and performing dental prophylaxis.
• Administer all drug routes including PO, IM, SQ, IV, intradermal, and transdermal.
• Understand the most commonly used pharmacological drug classes in veterinary medicine.
• Support post-operative chronic procedures by performing recoveries, pain assessments, record entries, bandage applications, sample collections, medication administration, anesthesia use, vitals monitoring, and abnormality detection.
• Communicate clearly through electronic medical records, emails, and verbal interactions with veterinarians.
• Process clinical pathology samples in-house and send them to various labs as needed.
• Ensure animals receive adequate enrichment and social housing.
• Clean and maintain lab areas, assist with kennel and animal care, and report health issues to veterinarians and study directors/sponsors.
• Maintain and back up records to ensure regulatory compliance, including treatment records, data forms, and drug logs.
• Coordinate inventory management by researching new supplies/equipment and consulting with the manager.
• Induce and maintain anesthesia, monitor physiological status, and take appropriate actions for animals in studies.
• Stay updated on equipment, instruments, and veterinary techniques through journals and training.
• Maintain animal health by consulting with veterinarians, administering prescribed therapy, and monitoring treatment responses.
• Perform pre-purchase physical and vaccination examinations and communicate suitability to veterinarians and vendors.
• Assist with/conduct necropsies, label and document specimens, photograph pathology, coordinate exams, and log reports.
• Assist in pathology assessments by preparing, sending, and receiving specimens according to GLP guidelines.
• Coordinate lab projects, communicate project status, and maintain lab equipment.
• Use research experience to aid in study design and conduct, including suggesting study designs, planning schedules, setting up equipment, interpreting data, and record retention.

• Proficiency in animal handling, anesthesia, GDP, GLP, and animal research.
• AA Degree or equivalent work experience in a related discipline with 1-2 years of related experience.
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) preferred.
• Experience with animals in a pre-clinical setting, with special attention to pigs, dogs, and sheep.
• Technical skills in drug dose calculations and anesthesia.
• Experience with GDP documentation and GLP studies.

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) preferred.

The work environment includes a laboratory setting where scrubs will be provided. Employees will receive a voucher for $140 to purchase work shoes. This role requires compliance with all quality systems duties and responsibilities, ensuring that quality is built into all aspects of work. The laboratory provides a supportive atmosphere for continuous learning and improvement.

This is a Contract position based out of Arden Hills, MN.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in Arden Hills, MN. Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 3, 2026.

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