Entry Level Research Associate Jobs in Minnesota

We are currently networking for Study Directors/Coordinators, Operations Specialists, Sr. Animal Scientists, and numerous entry level science roles. This is one example of a position we are currently hiring for. Please apply if you are interested in ANY animal science positions at any level. We have connections with multiple animal science companies who have job openings in all segments!

Description

Summary: Provides care for laboratory animals before and after surgical procedures, including ongoing monitoring, data collection and providing for their basic needs in support of interventional and studies in accordance with procedures and study protocols.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains knowledge of applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in order to successfully perform job duties, and GLP regulations in order to implement appropriate regulations as they apply to the non-clinical research environment and individual protocols.

• Dispenses medications as prescribed by veterinarian and/or protocol specifications.

• Performs and documents a variety of activities, including but not limited to, routine clinical observations, charting of physiological data and animal health status, taking study required animal weights, documentation of maintenance medicine administration, etc.

• Monitors animals during their critical recovery phase on the days following surgery, including performing TPRs (temp, pulse, respiration), auscultation of the heart and lungs, assessing pain of animals at incision sites, changing wound dressings and administering medications.

• Observe animal behavior to help determine potential issues/problems.

• Provide animal nourishment and care to boost morale of animals in studies.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in veterinary, biology, animal science or other animal science-related field is required.

• Knowledge of research animal physiology, pharmacology, and general animal care is preferred.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 24, 2026.

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