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Research Specialist
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193266SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Research SpecialistAnticipated Hiring Range
$52,000 - $57,800 (Commensurate with education & experience)Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm; with occasional after-hours and weekend duties depending on research project structure.Job Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Clinical SciencesAbout the Department
The Department of Clinical Sciences is dedicated to excellence in educating and training veterinarians and comparative biomedical scientists, furthering health care and wellness through discovery and clinical research, providing outstanding and compassionate medical care to a diverse range of animal patients, effectively engaging animal-owning public, government and industry partners, and providing leadership in integrating biomedical sciences to advance One Health.
The department provides learning opportunities within the four-year veterinary curriculum and through continuing education for practitioners. Within the Veterinary Hospital, faculty and staff provide care for patients, teach veterinary students, and provide advanced training for interns and residents. Faculty are very active in research programs to improve the health and welfare of animals and people. The Comparative Biomedical Sciences graduate program allows graduate students to focus their research in the areas of cell biology, infectious diseases, pharmacology, pathology, and population medicine. Other graduate programs with which departmental faculty are affiliated include programs in immunology, physiology, toxicology, and functional genomics.
In the veterinary context, “exotic animal” medicine refers to the common non-dog/cat species kept by private citizens. The most common exotic animal species are small mammals (e.g. rabbits, ferrets, hamsters, etc.), pet pigs, birds (chickens and psittacines) and reptiles. A variety of other species, including zoo animals, wildlife, fish, and other vertebrate and invertebrate species are also seen by exotic animal clinicians. Most exotic animal species are seen as part of a small animal (dog/cat) practice. Internship and residency positions are available within the zoological companion animals (exotics) medicine focus..
The department provides learning opportunities within the four-year veterinary curriculum and through continuing education for practitioners. Within the Veterinary Hospital, faculty and staff provide care for patients, teach veterinary students, and provide advanced training for interns and residents. Faculty are very active in research programs to improve the health and welfare of animals and people. The Comparative Biomedical Sciences graduate program allows graduate students to focus their research in the areas of cell biology, infectious diseases, pharmacology, pathology, and population medicine. Other graduate programs with which departmental faculty are affiliated include programs in immunology, physiology, toxicology, and functional genomics.
In the veterinary context, “exotic animal” medicine refers to the common non-dog/cat species kept by private citizens. The most common exotic animal species are small mammals (e.g. rabbits, ferrets, hamsters, etc.), pet pigs, birds (chickens and psittacines) and reptiles. A variety of other species, including zoo animals, wildlife, fish, and other vertebrate and invertebrate species are also seen by exotic animal clinicians. Most exotic animal species are seen as part of a small animal (dog/cat) practice. Internship and residency positions are available within the zoological companion animals (exotics) medicine focus..
Essential Job Duties
The Research Specialist position will be split between research (50%) and teaching (50%) with a focus on zoological companion animals, aquatic, and zoological species. Research will be primarily split between two faculty within the exotics group who focus on avian and small mammal research (rabbits and rodents). Teaching responsibilities will encompass primarily laboratory design, setup and instruction to veterinary students from years 1-4 encompassing the aforementioned species.
Primary duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Primary duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Constructing and updating budgets for research projects, grants and classes in coordination with the associated faculty.
- Assisting with research study design, data collection and data organization.
- Performing specialized physical, chemical, and biological tests and conducting field and laboratory experiments associated with research projects.
- Coordinating many projects simultaneously, some of which may be multi-faceted. For many project parameters and techniques the employee will serve as the laboratory and field expert.
- Managing teaching and research collections of live animals and maintenance of anatomic cadavers of specified species.
- Maintaining lab space and ensure it remains up to code for annual inspections. Duties include projecting and procurement of necessary resources for research efforts, organization and efficient utilization of research equipment, space, and inventory control.
- Coordinating space for teaching labs and research studies with the CVM registrar and other departments.
- Performing other related duties as assigned.
Other Responsibilities
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Experience/Education
Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications
- Technical skills should include handling and restraint of common zoological companion animal species including birds, small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and fish. On the job training to increase proficiency is available for all species if the applicant requires additional experience.
- Additionally, skills in venipuncture, sedation and anesthesia monitoring, intravenous catheter placement, and medication administration in these species is prioritized.
- Competency with Excel and other Microsoft Office programs.
- Must have an attention to detail and exemplary organization skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- RVT, DVM or equivalent degree/certification.
Required License or Certification
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Valid NC driver’s license within 60 days of hire.
Valid NC Driver's License required
YesCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
05/09/2023Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
05/15/2023Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume.”
Special Instructions
In addition to a fully completed application, please submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for professional references.
Position Number
00110092Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Research SpecialistPosition Classification Band Level
JourneyPosition Classification Salary Range
$36,363 - $87,527Salary Grade Equivalency
GN10Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Medical EmergenciesTime Limited Position
NoIs this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?
NoDepartment Id
195001 - Dept of Clinical SciencesAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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