Also called: Veterinary Research Coordinator
Runs studies that test new drugs and treatments on pets with real diseases, like dogs with cancer, before they get FDA approval.
Calls the owner of a beagle with lymphoma who might qualify for a new drug study, then schedules exams, collects blood samples and tracks every side effect. You keep perfect records the FDA will audit, and help owners decide whether a trial is right for their pet.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Bachelor's in animal science or biology, or a credentialed vet tech with research experience.
Ways in: 4-year college, 2-year college. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Animal Science, Biology, Veterinary Technology.
Growing faster than average. Animal health companies are running more pet drug trials.
Medium risk for 10 years. AI helps with records and data checks; working with sick pets and worried owners stays human.
Classes: Biology, Chemistry, AP Statistics.
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