Animal Research Tech IV

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 26 Sep 2026 Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact. A Day in the LifeGlobal Technology and Innovation (GTI) advances the science and technology capabilities that support Medtronic's mission and product development efforts. Within GTI, the Preclinical Research Laboratory (PRL) conducts preclinical surgical research and laboratory operations that support the evaluation and advancement of medical technologies. The team collaborates with research, veterinary, and operational partners to execute studies while maintaining quality, regulatory, and animal welfare standards. This position is based onsite in Coon Rapids, Minnesota (11520 Yellow Pine St NW) and requires hands-on participation in laboratory and surgical environments. Scheduled weekend, holiday, and after-hours coverage is required as part of departmental operations. Travel is not anticipated for this role. As an Animal Research Technician IV, you will serve as an advanced technical resource supporting preclinical research studies through anesthesia management, surgical support, laboratory operations, and study execution. This role contributes to study success through technical expertise, operational support, training of team members, and adherence to quality and regulatory requirements. Primary Responsibilities Perform advanced anesthesia support activities, including pre-operative assessments, anesthesia induction, intubation, physiologic monitoring, recovery support, vascular access placement, blood collection, and protocol-directed euthanasia procedures. Support preclinical surgical procedures by serving in circulator and scrub technician roles, maintaining sterile technique, managing instrumentation, collecting procedural data, and assisting with study activities. Operate and maintain specialized laboratory and surgical equipment, including fluoroscopy, computed radiography, anesthesia monitoring systems, and infusion devices. Prepare, sterilize, package, distribute, and maintain surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies to support procedural readiness and laboratory operations. Maintain compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International (AAALAC), Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), and internal procedures. Train and mentor employees through established on-the-job training programs and support onboarding and technical development activities. Support laboratory operations through documentation, data entry, inventory monitoring, controlled substance handling, housekeeping, and protocol-related activities. Participate in safety initiatives, quality improvement efforts, protocol reviews, and cross-functional operational projects. Required Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent and 5+ years of experience supporting laboratory, surgical, veterinary, animal research, healthcare, or related technical operations. Experience supporting anesthesia administration, surgical procedures, or procedural environments operating under regulated processes and documented protocols. Experience operating medical, laboratory, imaging, anesthesia, monitoring, or other specialized technical equipment. Ability to work onsite in Coon Rapids, Minnesota, including scheduled weekend, holiday, and after-hours coverage. Experience training, mentoring, or supporting the development of technical personnel using standardized procedures and work instructions. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting preclinical research studies involving large animal models. Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International (AAALAC), and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) requirements. Experience serving as an operating room circulator, scrub technician, anesthesia technician, surgical first assistant, or in a comparable procedural support role. Experience using fluoroscopy, computed radiography, Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), or related imaging technologies. Certification or specialized training in veterinary technology, surgical technology, anesthesia technology, laboratory animal science, or a related technical discipline. For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required. Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. 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