Veterinary Technician

Are you interested in supporting innovative research while promoting the highest standards of animal health and welfare Laboratory Animal Resources at Iowa State University is seeking a Veterinary Technician to provide clinical and technical support for a variety of laboratory animal species used in research and teaching programs including rodents swine sheep cattle and other agricultural and research animals.

In this role you will work closely with veterinarians researchers and animal care staff to support animal health programs medical procedures research activities and regulatory compliance. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys applying their veterinary technician skills in a collaborative research environment where their work directly contributes to scientific discovery and advancement.

What Youll Do

• Provide clinical care for laboratory animals through medication administration health monitoring catheter placement and maintenance treatment support and patient recovery activities.
• Assist veterinarians and researchers with medical and surgical procedures including anesthesia monitoring sample collection and diagnostic procedures.
• Collect process and document biological samples for research and diagnostic purposes while maintaining accurate medical and research records.
• Support animal welfare and regulatory compliance through health assessments documentation and adherence to established animal care protocols.
• Collaborate with veterinarians researchers and animal care staff to support research and teaching activities across multiple animal facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience monitoring patients during anesthesia and recovery.
• Experience collecting biological samples for diagnostic or research purposes.
• Experience working with large or small animals preferably in a research setting.
• Experience maintaining electronic medical records research records or animal health documentation.

What Were Looking For

The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and recordkeeping abilities.
• Be comfortable working with a variety of animal species in a research environment.
• Possess strong communication and collaboration skills when working with researchers veterinarians and animal care staff.
• Be able to balance multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of animal care and regulatory compliance.
• Be proficient with computer systems and electronic recordkeeping.

Additional Information

• Standard work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Occasional after-hours weekend or holiday work may be required to support animal care research activities and clinical need
• Travel between multiple animal housing facilities on campus may be required.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

About Laboratory Animal Resources

Laboratory Animal Resources supports Iowa State Universitys research teaching and outreach mission by providing exceptional animal care veterinary services research support and compliance oversight. The department partners with investigators across campus to ensure the humane care and use of animals while advancing innovative research and scientific discovery. Through a commitment to animal welfare collaboration and service excellence Laboratory Animal Resources plays a vital role in supporting groundbreaking research that benefits both human and animal health.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans

• Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans

• Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)

• Life insurance and long-term disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Various voluntary benefits and discounts

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellbeing program

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General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.