Animal Research Laboratory Technician — Bioscience

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' Charleston VA Medical Center in Charleston, SC, hosts a Research and Development Service position to support VA funded research on cells, genes and tissues, including work with animals and molecular biology, cell biology and biochemistry.

The incumbent assists with animal care, protocol adherence and record-keeping, performing laboratory techniques under supervision in a term appointment. Located on-site in Charleston with physical requirements noted.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in biology-related work or equivalent education is required for GS-6 level.
• Experience should be documented with job title, duties, dates and hours per week.
• Graduate education in biology, chemistry, statistics or related fields may substitute experience.

Responsibilities

• Feeds and waters all animals per instructions, and prepares diets as needed.
• Observes animals daily for health status and notifies supervisor of deviations.
• Maintains animal records, assists with animal care and experimentation preparation.

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' Charleston VA Medical Center in Charleston, SC, hosts a Research and Development Service position to support VA funded research on cells, genes and tissues, including work with animals and molecular biology, cell biology and biochemistry.

The incumbent assists with animal care, protocol adherence and record-keeping, performing laboratory techniques under supervision in a term appointment. Located on-site in Charleston with physical requirements noted.