Position Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number |
S4376P |
| Home Org Name |
Veterinary Medicine Administration |
| Division Name |
College of Veterinary Medicine |
| Position Title |
Research Assistant |
| Job Class Code |
HA01 (A-D) |
| Appointment Status |
Full-time |
| Part-time FTE |
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| Limited Term |
Yes |
| Limited Term Length |
1 yr with contingent on funds |
| Job Summary |
This is a 1 year limited term appointment. Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funds.
The College of Veterinary Medicine at Auburn University seeks applicants for a
Research Assistant position! The selected candidate will assist researchers in planning, maintaining or completing research programs and/or projects involved in the discovery of new knowledge, techniques, and concepts which require fundamental scientific/research knowledge, skills and abilities following relevant policies, procedures, regulations and laws.
Why should YOU work for VET MED?
- Excellent full-time benefits that start on Day 1!
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options for you and your family.
- Generous state retirement program with eligibility to receive monthly payments after 10 years of service.
- How about these numbers? 4 weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave, 6 weeks of paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child, and 9 official paid holidays
- Tuition assistance for you and your dependents after a year of service.
- Opportunities for advancement.
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| Essential Functions |
- The individual in this position is responsible for the clean and efficient operation of plasmapheresis equipment (including maintenance) to harvest plasma from horses to be used in the production of human botulinum antitoxin.
- The focus of the position is to exercise control of the collection, processing, storage and distribution of plasma.
- Professional training will be required and furnished as necessary for the competent performance of their assigned functions to ensure that the final product has the safety, purity, potency, identity and effectiveness to be used to manufacture a therapeutic human botulinum antitoxin.
- Facilities provided for the collection of plasma will be maintained in a clean, orderly manner by this person so the withdrawal of blood from equine donors can be performed with minimal risk of contamination.
- The storage and quarantine of the finished product will be handled by this person as well as the other members of the research team in the GMP section. Additional duties include monitoring horses during pheresis, post production processing, handling and shipment of plasma.
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| Why Work at Auburn? |
Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! |
Minimum Qualifications
| Minimum Qualifications |
We are hiring for Research Assistant levels I-IV, based on experience and education.
Level I - Bachelor's degree in a discipline appropriate to the position and no experience.
Level II - Bachelor's degree in a discipline appropriate to the position and 2 years of experience in research practices and protocols.
Level III - Bachelor's degree in a discipline appropriate to the position plus 4 years of experience in research practices and protocols.
Level IV - Bachelor's degree in a discipline appropriate to the position plus 6 years of experience in research practices and protocols.
Advanced degrees may substitute for experience. |
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
- The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.
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| Minimum Technology Skills |
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| Minimum License and Certifications |
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Desired Qualifications
| Desired Qualifications |
Experience as a human (Auto-C) plasmapheresis technician or equine veterinary technician is desired. |
Posting Detail Information
| Salary Range |
$34,610 - $71,120 |
| Job Category |
Agricultural/Veterinary Medicine |
| Working Hours if Non-Traditional |
Normal working hours, plus holidays and weekends as needed |
| City position is located in: |
Auburn |
| State position is located: |
Alabama |
| List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position |
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| Posting Date |
04/07/2025 |
| Closing Date |
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| Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement |
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance (
EOC) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their
website to learn more. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Quick Link for Internal Postings |
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/52097 |
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Auburn
$34,610 - $71,120
vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, tuition assistance
Apr 07, 2025