In Vivo Technologist II

JAX; Gainesville, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

JAX in Gainesville is seeking an In Vivo Technologist II to support preclinical pharmacology studies in oncology, neurobiology, and autoimmune disease areas. Under limited supervision, you will perform advanced bio-methods and contribute to study timelines with proactive communication.

You will mentor colleagues, help prepare for inspections, and ensure QA through documentation, data entry, and adherence to SOPs. Weekend and holiday shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in bio-methods
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience in preclinical studies a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform basic bio-methods and complex procedures as required.
• Accurate data entry in lab IT systems and databases.
• Maintain lab sanitation, consumables, reagents, and equipment calibration.
• Mentor staff and support audits.

Skills

Animal handling

Bio-methods

Lab equipment

Data entry

Communication

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Lab IT systems

Job description

## In Vivo Technologist IIApply: Gainesville, Florida: Full time: Posted 30+ Days Ago: JR006171Preclinical Pharmacology runs preclinical studies for external customers in areas of Oncology, Neurobiology, Autoimmune Diseases. Working under limited supervision, the Preclinical Technologist II is fully proficient with latitude for independent judgement; performs advanced bio-methods, including complex tasks, and highly developed procedures. Additional responsibilities include understanding study timelines and communicating issues effectively. The level II technologist is expected to proactively seek out new opportunities that will enhance the team such as serving as a mentor, checking for quality gaps, organizing lab spaces for inspections and audits and understanding scientific content. Staff members may be required to work weekend shifts, holidays, and overtime.**Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions*** Technical Execution – Perform basic bio-methods learned as a Preclinical Technologist and complex procedures, as required from the functional group requirements and study needs. Adhere to all SOPs, policies and regulatory procedures.* Accurate data entry including lab IT systems and databases. Maintain appropriate documentation as required by protocols and SOP’s.* Training to perform above procedures to proficiency levels and/or participate in the development of new procedures.* Lab Maintenance – Perform general lab sanitation, maintain consumables and reagents, and maintain equipment through calibration, validation and monitoring.* Other duties as assigned.**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*** Capable of performing a wide range of animal bio-methods, and/or complex procedures .* Lab equipment operation experience.* Excellent communication and listening skills with proven ability to effectively communicate with others both verbally and in writing to clearly and effectively exchange information. Proven excellent writing skills.* Excellent problem solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.* Ability to work independently with minimal oversight. Ability to make decisions that adhere to all SOPs, policies and regulatory procedures.* Able to work in in vitro and in vivo environments, especially with animal handling.* Ability to work flexible shifts (evening/week-end/holiday)Education Required: High School DiplomaEducation Preferred: Bachelor's DegreeExperience Required: 3 yearsExperience Preferred: 4 yearsPay Range: $23.64 - $39.58