Research Associate I

About the role

We are seeking a Research Associate I to work at our CRADL facility, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Responsibilities

• Able to perform and obtain competency/proficiency in the following techniques, at minimum: Handle and restrain animals using appropriate procedures
  Formulation and dosing calculations
  Dosing and inoculation of test articles via basic techniques (e.g., oral gavage, intravenous, subcutaneous, intraperitoneal, etc.)
  Basic tissue (e.g; spleen, liver, etc.) and blood collection (e.g, cardiac puncture, intravenous, etc.)
  In-life monitoring of the study animals for body weights, clinical observations, tumor measurements, etc.
  Comply with all SOPs, BOPs and CRADL standards pertaining to in vivo studies utilizing laboratory animals for research.
• Maintains animal health and welfare while performing technical procedures.
• Performs study preparation activities, including but not limited to, IACUC and study protocol review, collection tube labeling, and room setup.
• Operates and maintains lab equipment with guidance (e.g. Isoflurane machine, IVIS, Irradiator, and others).
• Disposes of biological, hazardous, and animal facility waste following established procedures.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date lab records/ documentation while assuring quality and data integrity.
• Documents experimental data as requested by clients in technical notebooks or approved electronic files.
• Performs humane euthanasia in accordance with the Guide for Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, the AVMA Guide on Euthanasia, and under the direction of the attending veterinarian, or designee.
• Reports non-compliance or animal welfare concerns to the appropriate Animal Welfare Team member or IACUC office.
• Collaborates with other personnel within and across teams/departments to facilitate completion of assignments.
• Affords effective communication with supervisor/ leadership and assists in reporting procedural deficiencies and issues.
• Aids Vet Techs and Veterinarians with follow-up checks, treatments and procedure if needed.
• Maintains the required attendance level and adherence to work schedule.

Requirements

• Candidates Must Possess One Of The Following:
  • An Associate degree (A.A./A.S.) or Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) in animal or laboratory science or related discipline AND a minimum of six – twelve (6-12) months of laboratory animal experience.
  • A High School Diploma or GED (General Education Degree) AND either 1) a minimum of 2+ years of laboratory animal experience OR 2) Certification from AALAS, at minimum Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT).

Qualifications

• Basic in vivo technical skills.
• Certification from AALAS, such as Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT).

Skills

• Basic in vivo technical skills.
• Certification from AALAS, such as Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT).

Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29-$32/ hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.