WOC-ORD-Research Biological Science Laboratory Technician (Animal)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs · Lexington, KY · 1 mo ago
AnalystFull-time
Qualifications
To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement - 08/06/2026.
Duties
- Aid with laboratory studies and data analysis
- Perform and assist with laboratory experiments including cell culture and staining of tissue sections
- Perform: perfusion fixation of rodents and processing brains for histological examination
- Genotype animals - assist with animal experiments - run DNA gels and western blots
- This includes gene delivery experiments - and genotyping of transgenic animals
- In concert with the staff of the Animal Facility and the Principle Investigator - help evaluate the health - well-being - and behavior of the animals before - during and after research experiments
- Using standard methods to obtain - process - and examine laboratory animals
- Measure - harvest tissue specimens and physiologic fluids
- Utilize standard methods and procedures to obtain - process - and examine laboratory animal behavior while ensuring safe and humane processes are used with critical concern for the welfare of the animals
Work Schedule
Full-time (Without Compensation)