Train and care for research swine at UBC Animal Care Services while supporting spinal cord function studies with specialized equipment.

This Research Technician supports the Kwon Laboratory at ICORD, working with large animal models in translational spinal cord injury research. Duties include positive reinforcement, target and clicker training, health inspections, perioperative support, and research documentation. The position collaborates with veterinarians, animal care technicians, research staff, and students.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement individualized behavioural training plans
- Coordinate animal care with facility personnel and veterinarians
- Conduct health inspections and document medical entries
- Assist with postoperative care, medications, and biosample collection
- Prepare surgical rooms and support technical procedures

Requirements:

- Relevant technical program or university degree
- Minimum three years of related experience
- Animal behaviour training experience strongly preferred
- Ability to handle research animals safely
- Ability to lift up to 40 kilograms

Apply animal training, health monitoring, and research documentation skills to support UBC spinal cord studies.

📌 Animal Behaviour Research Technician (Cariboo)
🏢 UBC
📍 Cariboo