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Job description
Research Scientist III
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Research Scientist III to supportpreclinical research studies involving mice and rats. This positionis responsible for performing both survival and non-survivalsurgical procedures, that can include, telemetry implantation,vascular cannulation, stereotaxic surgeries and other laboratoryassays. The successful candidate will ensure high-quality surgicaloutcomes while maintaining the highest standards of animal welfareand regulatory compliance.
Technical experience in rodent surgery, anesthesia management,perioperative care, and aseptic technique preferred.
Responsibilities
Technical experience in rodent surgery, anesthesia management,perioperative care, and aseptic technique preferred.
Independently perform survival and non-survival surgicalprocedures in mice and rats.
Conduct telemetry implantation surgeries for EEG monitoringstudies.
Prepare animals for surgery, including anesthesia induction,surgical site preparation, and perioperative monitoring.
Administer and monitor inhalant and injectableanesthetics.
Conduct pre-operative and post-operative assessments andmonitoring.
Maintain detailed surgical, treatment, and animal healthrecords.
Perform animal husbandry tasks as needed, including healthobservations and routine handling.
Prepare, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments andequipment.
Recognize and promptly address post-operative complications,pain, or distress.
Assist in surgical training of research staff andstudents.
Maintain and troubleshoot surgical and monitoringequipment.
Assist in maintaining surgical suites, supplies, andinventories.
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher educationcan be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience(Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related workexperience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following joblevels:
Research Scientist, II: Requires a bachelor's (orequivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years ofdirectly related work experience.
Research Scientist, III: Requires a bachelor's (orequivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years ofdirectly related work experience.
Preferences
Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Biology, VeterinaryTechnology, Life Sciences, or a related field, or equivalentexperience.
Minimum 4 years of experience performing rodent surgical proceduresin a research environment.
Experience with Aseptic surgical technique, rodent anesthesia,analgesia and survival surgery.
Experience with telemetry and electrode implantation.
Requisition Number: PRN46270B
Full Time or Part Time?: Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 00278 - Add Program
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $43,796-$84,833
Close Date: 12/18/2026
Open Until Filled:
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Worksite address
salt lake city, UT, 84193, US
Who can apply
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