Position Details

Position Information Posting date 10/15/2026

Closing date Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number 1010611

Position Title Veterinary Technician

Hiring Range Minimum $25.88

Hiring Range Maximum $32.35

Union Type Not a Union Position

SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status NonExempt

Employment Category Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Schedule In this role, you can expect to work a minimum of 40 hours per week. Please note that this schedule will include weekends and holidays, and you may also be required to work overtime as needed Location of Position Hanover, NH

Lebanon, NH Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months. Is this a grant funded position? No

Position Purpose The Veterinary Technician provides support to the veterinary staff in the provision of routine veterinary care, surgical and postoperative monitoring, support of research staff by assistance with technical procedures; and the care of laboratory animals in a safe and sanitary manner in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, guidelines and policies on the use of laboratory animals in the conduct of biomedical research. The Vet Tech is part of a rotating weekend oncall schedule for weekend animal care. At all times, the Vet Tech models and fosters behaviors consistent with the identified team expectations of CCMR leadership and staff. Description The position involves reducing one's exposure to feral (wild) and pet store purchased mice, rats, hamsters, gerbils, and other rodents.

The position involves exposure to biomedical pathological waste, animal feces and biological fluids, such as, blood and urine, animal dander, dustgenerating bedding, hazardous chemicals, and biohazardous agents, such as, bacteria, viruses, parasites, etc.

Participation in Animal Care and Use Program's Occupational Medicine Program required, including annual medical evaluations, TB testing, and immunizations.

Must be able to perform repetitive movements, stand for 8.0 hours per day, and periodically lift, carry and move equipment or animals weighing up to 50 lbs.

Required to wear the dedicated uniform and required PPE, such as, gloves, hearing protection, scrubs, gowns, shoes, respirators, masks, etc.

Must comply with all

OSHA PPE

Standards.

Required to report any potential contagious and zoonotic (human to animal) illnesses. Required Qualifications Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Two plus years of relevant animal care and research experience or comparable Animal Health Technician experience.

Strong communication skills.

Successful completion of AALAS Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATg) certification or equivalent experience and education.

Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, guidelines, and policies on the use of laboratory animals in research.

Ability to deal with the use of animals in a research environment.

Ability to work independently, apply critical thinking, and sound judgment.

Flexibility to adjust to changing situations and priorities.

Strong commitment to serving the needs of a diverse community.

Ability to obtain and maintain Dartmouthapproved driver certification. Preferred Qualifications Animal Health Technician (AHT) certification. Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Kyle Hastbacka

Department Contact Phone Number kyle.m.hastbackadartmouth

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Kirk Maurer, Director and Attending Veterinarian

Department Contact's Phone Number Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all. Background Check Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a preemployment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, nondiscriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Yes