Research Technician I, Support Team - #1405201

Champions Oncology, Inc.


Date: 2 days ago
City: Rockville, MD
Contract type: Full time
Description

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

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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

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

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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