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Veterinary Technician - 26006368

University of Pittsburgh

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Compensation
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Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Certified Veterinary Technician

Job overview

The University of Pittsburgh’s Systems Neuroscience Animal Research Facility seeks a Certified Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians and researchers with laboratory animal care and research involving transgenic animal models and marmoset breeding. The role includes animal health monitoring, research support, surgical and anesthesia assistance, and facility upkeep. The candidate must work under BSL2 conditions; vaccinations and biannual TB testing are required.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Research Animal CareOrganizational SkillsProblem-SolvingUniversity and Federal Animal Research Regulations

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDCertified Veterinary TechnicianALAT LicenseBSL2 ConditionsVaccinationsBiannual TB Testing

Full job description

Veterinary Technician Med-Neurobiology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26006368) Department of Neurobiology | University of Pittsburgh Candidate must perform duties under BSL2 conditions and requirements. Vaccinations and biannual TB testing is required. Job Summary Provides support to veterinarians, fellow technicians, and researchers to provide laboratory animal care and research support, daily monitoring of animal well-being, and cleaning and maintenance of clinical areas. Assists with procedures, provides surgical and anesthesia support, triages cases, performs medical imaging, administers medications, and other various related duties. Maintains documentation and ensures compliance with all applicable regulations. Orders and maintains supply inventory. Essential Functions The Systems Neuroscience Animal Research Facility at the University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician to support the facility veterinarian and research team. This position involves assisting with animal care and research studies focused on transgenic animal models and marmoset breeding. Key responsibilities include monitoring animal health and records, supporting research experiments, collecting and analyzing data, assisting with sterile surgical procedures, managing inventory, and maintaining laboratory equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and problem-solving skills, experience with research animal care, and knowledge of university and federal regulations governing animal research. Physical Effort Handling of non-human primates will occur frequently; pushing large equipment items around (animal cages, procedure tables, ultrasound machine, incubators, etc.) will occur frequently. Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Veterinary Technician Job Family: Research Job Sub Family: Animal Research Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: High School Diploma/GED Minimum Years of Experience Required: No experience required Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification: CVT is required, and ALAT license is preferred. Work Schedule: Tuesday- Saturday,7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab. Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications View the full job description on the employer's website. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI287685558 / 29-2056.00 Veterinary Technologists and Technicians

How this job compares

Set against the 1,627 open Veterinary Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 1, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$50–60K/yr27 salary ranges
  • Pennsylvania median$22–36/hr75 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 97 open Veterinary Technician jobs in Pennsylvania and 1,627 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
Veterinary Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (439 postings).
Education
10 of the 1,627 open Veterinary Technician jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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