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NC State University lists this Clinical Research Technician – Small Animal Surgery opportunity in raleigh, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Clinical Research Technician – Small Animal Surgery
Job Posting Information
Posting Number PG SP
Internal Recruitment
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Clinical Research Technician – Small Animal Surgery
Anticipated Hiring Range $45,000 - $50,000
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8am to 5pm, with occasional flexibility depending on study needs, cadaveric research sessions, or clinical research activities.
Job Location
Department Department of Clinical Sciences
About the Department
The Small Animal Surgery Service within the Department of Clinical Sciences supports the clinical, research, and educational missions of the College of Veterinary Medicine. Research activities include surgical oncology, orthopedic surgery, minimally invasive surgery, interventional procedures, and other areas of small animal clinical and translational research.
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Join a collaborative clinical and surgical research team dedicated to advancing veterinary medicine through high-quality research. Working with Dr. Bae and Dr. McPhetridge, the Research Technician provides critical technical, administrative, and operational support that helps ensure the successful execution of multiple active research studies. This position plays an integral role in coordinating research activities, maintaining accurate data and regulatory records, and supporting studies from planning through completion while contributing to the overall success of the research program.
Key Responsibilities
Research Coordination & Study Management: Coordinate prospective and retrospective clinical research studies, ensuring research activities are organized, completed on schedule, and conducted in accordance with study protocols.
Research Operations & Regulatory Support: Coordinate and support cadaveric research activities while assisting with regulatory documentation and study compliance requirements.
Research Operations & Regulatory Support: Manage research purchasing, inventory, and supply coordination to support the day-to-day operational needs of multiple active research projects.
Research Operations & Regulatory Support: Partner with clinicians, residents, students, staff, and pet owners to facilitate research activities and ensure effective communication throughout the research process.
Research Operations & Regulatory Support: Maintain organized research records, support confidential data management, and provide administrative and operational assistance that contributes to the overall efficiency of the research program.
If you area highly organized professional who enjoys supporting collaborative research, managing multiple priorities, and working closely with clinicians, researchers, students, and clients, we encourage you to apply. If you have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and are committed to advancing veterinary clinical research through accurate, organized, and compliant study coordination, we’d love to have you join our team.
Other Responsibilities
Qualifications
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Preferred Qualifications
RVT
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent professional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clinicians, residents, students, staff, and pet owners.
Experience using Microsoft Excel, REDCap, or similar database management tools, with the ability to maintain accurate and confidential clinical research records.
Experience in veterinary clinical research, veterinary hospital operations, retrospective medical record review, owner/client communication, research purchasing and inventory management, and coordination of cadaveric or laboratory-based research projects.
Required License or Certification
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
Commercial Driver's License Required?
No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date 08/04/2026
Earliest Close Date 08/11/2026
Notice to Applicants
Please note that the work history on your resume must also be included in your application.
Special Instructions
Position Number
Position Type SHRA
Position Classification Band Title Research Technician
Position Classification Band Level Journey
Position Classification Salary Range $ 34,320 - $ 72,734
Salary Grade Equivalency MH06
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Time Limited Position Yes
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable) 2 years, with possibility of extension depending on funding
Department Id - Department of Clinical Sciences
EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at or Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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Worksite address
raleigh, NC, 27601, US
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