Support UBC animal-based research through advanced surgical skills, technical expertise, and compassionate animal care in Animal Care Services.

This Registered Veterinary Technologist supports research communities across UBC facilities. The work includes veterinary procedures, anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, postoperative care, and research project support. You will work closely with Clinical Veterinarians, Animal Care Technicians, Project Managers, researchers, and their teams.

Key Responsibilities:

- Perform veterinary procedures on laboratory and research animals
- Prepare surgical rooms, instruments, supplies, and animals
- Administer medications, substances, and continuous rate infusions
- Monitor anesthesia and provide postoperative care




- Record medical entries and conduct animal health checks

Requirements:

- Thorough knowledge of laboratory animal care practices
- Ability to handle and restrain large and small animals
- Knowledge of species-specific welfare concerns and signs
- Ability to follow strict safety protocols and use protective equipment
- Ability to identify conditions requiring immediate action

Apply veterinary technology expertise to surgical support, animal welfare, anesthesia monitoring, and research services at UBC facilities.

📌 Registered Veterinary Technologist Research Support (Vancouver)
🏢 The University of British Columbia
📍 Vancouver