Primate Research & Veterinary Lab Specialist II

Priority One Services, Inc.; Bethesda (MD); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Priority One Services, Inc. is seeking a Research Support Specialist II for the National Institute of Mental Health in Bethesda.

The role focuses on veterinary science, anesthesia and surgical support, data collection and record keeping, and maintaining a diverse laboratory animal colony including nonhuman primates and rodents. The successful candidate will hold ALAT certification, plan to obtain LATG within 1 year, and bring at least three years of experience in laboratory animal facilities.

Qualifications

• Certified at the ALAT level.
• LATG certification to be obtained within 1 year of eligibility.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in laboratory animal facilities.
• Experience with rodents and non-human primates.
• Ability to lift 40–60 lbs and work evenings/weekends when required.

Responsabilités

• Administer medical treatments to nonhuman primates as prescribed by veterinarian.
• May perform general anesthesia for study-related procedures.
• Assist in infant care and weekend/evening shifts as needed.
• Maintain colony health and breeding records using electronic systems.
• Provide animal enrichment and pairing recommendations.
• Assist with colony data in accordance with USDA and NIH policies.
• Support laboratory SOP development and documentation.
• Assist with various animal care activities under veterinary direction.

Connaissances

Veterinary science knowledge

Animal handling & care

Data collection & record keeping

Lifting heavy objects

Evening/weekend availability

Formation

ALAT certification

LATG certification within 1 year

Description du poste

Priority One Services, Inc. is seeking a Research Support Specialist II for the National Institute of Mental Health in Bethesda.

The role focuses on veterinary science, anesthesia and surgical support, data collection and record keeping, and maintaining a diverse laboratory animal colony including nonhuman primates and rodents. The successful candidate will hold ALAT certification, plan to obtain LATG within 1 year, and bring at least three years of experience in laboratory animal facilities.