Research Technician I

About the role

The Research Technician will support a multidisciplinary biomedical research program through the conduct of laboratory-based molecular and cellular experiments and animal studies. This position will spend a substantial portion of time assisting with animal husbandry, animal procedures, and study-related data collection. During periods when animal studies are inactive, the technician will perform a variety of laboratory techniques including cell culture, molecular biology assays, sample processing, and general laboratory support activities.

Responsibilities

• Conducts technical laboratory procedures and animal research anesthesia, surgery, and postoperative care.
• Records experimental observations.
• Affords assistance in the monitoring of research laboratory inventory and equipment and takes appropriate actions.
• Affords assistance in maintaining the storage of research data.
• Affords assistance in organizing and coordinating of the daily and weekly schedule of procedures to be performed.
• Operates all equipment and devices necessary for the performance of research procedures.
• Affords assistance in the maintenance of the physical environment.
• Performs all necessary surgical procedures, data collection and storage for all GLP (Good Laboratory Practices) research studies.
• Prepares chemical solutions as required for research projects.
• Supports physicians and medical staff during human clinical investigations in cardiac catheterization laboratory and operating rooms.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's of Science Degree required or its equivalent in experience.
• 1 year experience in research and rehabilitation, hospital or therapy required.
• Nursing assistant experience preferred.
• Experience working with laboratory animals and performing handling procedures preferred.
• Experience with rodent models, cell culture, molecular biology, and AALAS certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, comfortable working with laboratory animals, and interested in developing a broad range of research skills in both in vivo and in vitro settings.

Skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced office/laboratory environment.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Education Assistance Program.

Pay

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.

Schedule

Full time Monday-Friday