Job Description

Req Id: 37929

Job Title: Research Nurse (Supporting Pet Animal Trials)

City: West Lafayette

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Job Summary

Are you ready to make a real impact in the field of veterinary oncology? The Werling Comparative Oncology Research Center at Purdue University is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to support cutting-edge clinical research in cancer treatment for animals. This is more than just a job - it's a chance to be part of a team that's advancing science and improving the lives of animal patients through innovative research.

In this role, you'll contribute to the development of tumor ablative therapies and assist with clinical trials aimed at improving cancer care for animals. While your primary focus will be on these advanced therapies, you'll also have the opportunity to support special projects and new studies as they emerge. Your work will directly support the center's mission of enhancing veterinary cancer treatment through research and discovery.

This position offers a dynamic, collaborative environment where curiosity is encouraged and your contributions truly matter. While the core hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., occasional flexibility is required to meet the needs of ongoing research.

If you're passionate about veterinary medicine, driven by purpose, and excited to be part of a world-class research institution, we want to hear from you. Come join us at Purdue - where innovation meets compassion, and your work helps shape the future of animal health.

About Purdue University
Purdue University is a public research institution demonstrating excellence at scale. Ranked among top 10 public universities and with two colleges in the top four in the United States, Purdue discovers and disseminates knowledge with a quality and at a scale second to none. More than 105,000 students study at Purdue across modalities and locations, including nearly 50,000 in person on the West Lafayette campus. Committed to affordability and accessibility, Purdue's main campus has frozen tuition 13 years in a row. See how Purdue never stops in the persistent pursuit of the next giant leap - including its first comprehensive urban campus in Indianapolis, the Mitch Daniels School of Business, Purdue Computes and the One Health initiative - at .

A cover letter is required to be fully considered

What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience
Qualified candidates will need:

• Bachelor's degree
• Two years of clinical experience
• Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of Indiana (RVT)

Skills Needed:

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Cheerful positive attitude
• Strong interest in cancer research
• Computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word and Excel)

What is Helpful:

• Clinical research experience preferred

Additional Information:
To learn more about Purdue's benefits summary CLICK HERE
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Career Stream

Administrative and Operational Support 4

• Pay Band S055
• Job Code #[click to reveal phone number]20003384

Link to Purdue University's compensation guidelines:

EOE

Purdue University is an EO/EA employer.

Job Tags

Full time, Monday to Friday,

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