Veterinary Technician

**Part Time Position**
Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Technician with hands-on swine experience to support preclinical research activities at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). This individual will split responsibilities between animal care/handling and laboratory sample processing, supporting ongoing research initiatives. This is a 20-hour/week role ideal for someone experienced in large animal models and interested in contributing to translational research.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide daily care, monitoring, and handling of swine in a research setting
Assist with clinical procedures including dosing, sample collection (blood, tissue), and observations
Support necropsy activities and tissue collection as needed
Process biological samples (blood, tissue, serum) for downstream laboratory analysis
Maintain accurate records, logs, and study documentation in compliance with protocols
Ensure adherence to IACUC, GLP, and ins...