Research Technician I, Support Team

TITLE AND CLASSIFICATION:  Research Support Technician I, Support Team

REPORTING LOCATION: Rockville, MD

REPORTS TO: Lab Manager

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES: Provide general technical support for in vivo oncology studies in mice.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide in vivo technical support for oncology studies with mice
  • Tumor volume measurements with calipers for stock mice
  • Randomization of animals onto study
  • Body weight measurements in LIMS 
  • Removal of Surgical Staples
  • Euthanasia of animals
• Perform general study preparation and laboratory organization
  • Movement of Animals to Other team locations
  • Preserve room organization
  • Assist with Pre-Op care, including but not limited to shaving
• Additional responsibilities as deemed necessary

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong mouse technical in vivo skills
• Ability to work effectively and productively in a team-oriented environment while maintaining a strong sense of accountability, integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong general computer usage skills (email, spreadsheets, databases)
• Willingness to assist with other duties in a dynamic environment
• Eagerness to learn and master new skills
• Strong focus on animal welfare
• Ability to observe safety and security procedures

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Preferred: BS degree in animal science, biology, or related field.
• Preferred: AALAS ALAT certification

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to sit and use hands to finger, handle and feel
• Must be able to lift and move packages weighing up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time in a typical laboratory environment
• Some activities require repetitive motion and reaching, pulling or pushing
• In carrying out the duties of the job there will be frequent exposure to fumes/chemical hazards
• Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue

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