Veterinary Technician

About Neuralink:

We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world.

Team Description:

The Veterinary Medicine Team bridges animal research and human medicine. We are a team of dedicated veterinary professionals who provide exceptional veterinary care and oversight for the animals in our research program. Guided by first-principles thinking, we identify opportunities for improvement, learn from challenges, and take action to strengthen our practices. We foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning, supporting each team member's growth while prioritizing compassion resilience to sustain this important work.

Job Description and Responsibilities:

Neuralink is looking for an experienced, self-directed veterinary technician who does well in a fast-paced research environment. The Veterinary Technician works independently within a multidisciplinary team to support the research and development of brain-machine interfaces in animal models. They are expected to find problems early, own their solutions, and keep improving how the team works. The Veterinary Technician will:

Independently prepare, induce, maintain, and monitor animals under anesthesia, and recognize and respond to changes in patient status

Perform veterinary health exams and medical procedures with minimal oversight on species including, but not limited to, sheep, pigs and nonhuman primates

Administer clinical treatments by the appropriate routes (PO, SC, IM, IV), including placing catheters and managing fluid therapy

Keep accurate, timely medical records and documentation that meet IACUC, USDA, AAALAC and GLP requirements, as applicable

Operate and maintain laboratory, medical and custom equipment, and troubleshoot and escalate operating problems on your own

Own assigned projects from start to finish, and take responsibility for keeping your area organized, stocked, and inspection-ready

Handle, store, and dispose of biohazardous materials, sharps, and controlled substances safely and in line with regulations

Collect, process, and prepare biological samples (blood, urine, bacterial cultures, etc.) for diagnostic testing

Find gaps in workflows, SOPs and processes, and propose or implement practical solutions

Use AI tools to streamline daily tasks such as documentation, scheduling, data entry, SOP lookup and reporting

Travel between Texas and California as needed

Required Qualifications:

Credentialed Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, CVT, or equivalent) in good standing, or eligible

2+ years of working with animals in clinical practice or research animals

Proven competence in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, catheter placement and treatment administration without direct supervision

Experience with animal husbandry and an understanding of animal welfare regulations

Clear, professional written and spoken communication of veterinary and scientific information to technical, research, and clinical staff

Solution-focused: approaches challenges with initiative and sound judgment, focusing on actionable solutions rather than just identifying problems

Self-starter who sets priorities and manages competing deadlines with minimal direction

Collaborative team player who stays effective as priorities change in a fast-paced setting

Comfortable with technology: picks up new electronic medical record systems quickly and is proficient in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail)

Willing and able to use AI tools in daily work, and adopts new technology quickly to work more efficiently

Preferred Qualifications:

2+ years of hands-on academic or industry experience with research animals, preferably large animals and/or nonhuman primates

Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) Certification

Familiar with regulatory requirements for working with animals FDA, DEA and USDA

Expected Compensation:

At Neuralink, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. The anticipated hourly rate for this position is expected to be within the below range. Your actual base pay will be determined by your job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Hourly Range

$30.29 — $50.48 USD

What We Offer:

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.

An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields

Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact

Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan

Paid holidays

Commuter benefits

Meals provided

Equity (RSUs) *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded

401(k) plan *Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hours

Parental leave *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded

Flexible time off *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded