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Job Summary: We are seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Technician with hands-on swine experience to support preclinical research activities at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). This individual will split responsibilities between animal care/handling and laboratory sample processing, supporting ongoing research initiatives. This is a 20-hour/week role ideal for someone experienced in large animal models and interested in contributing to translational research. Key Responsibilities: Provide daily care, monitoring, and handling of swine in a research setting Assist with clinical procedures including dosing, sample collection (blood, tissue), and observations Support necropsy activities and tissue collection as needed Process biological samples (blood, tissue, serum) for downstream laboratory analysis Maintain accurate records, logs, and study documentation in compliance with protocols Ensure adherence to IACUC, GLP, and institutional animal care standards Assist with ...