Research Associate/Animal Research Technician I

Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, and life insurance coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Job summary

A government service provider is seeking a Research Associate/Animal Research Technician I to assist with surgeries and research tasks involving small animals. Responsibilities include data collection, surgical support, and compliance with regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least two years of experience working with small animals. Competitive salary and benefits are offered along with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience working with small animals such as rodents, rabbits, and mice.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Able to pass a favorable adjudicated National Agency Check.

Responsibilities

• Assist in acute and recovery surgeries in small animals.
• Collect physiological data like blood pressure and heart rate.
• Perform routine molecular biology assays.

Skills

Experience with small animals

Data analysis

Surgical techniques

Molecular biology assays

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology, physiology, chemistry, or related field

Tools

Electronic physiological devices

Microscopy techniques

Job description

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is looking for an Research Associate/Animal Research Technician I to provide research support administration services for our government customer in Fort Sam Houston, Texas.

Description of Responsibilities

• Assist and/or perform acute and recovery surgeries in small animals using sterile techniques
• Collect physiological data (e.g. blood pressure, heart rate, muscle strength)
• Perform cut downs for the placement of arterial and venous catheters in small animals
• Set-up, maintain and calibrate electronic physiological devices with PC based data acquisition and control systems
• Provide daily assessments on small and large animals and administer analgesics
• Euthanize animals, dissect, and harvest tissues and process them for histology, specified bioassays, and storage
• Perform routine molecular biology assays (e.g., RT-PCR, Western Blot)
• Perform microscopic analysis using multiple microscopy techniques such as, but not limited to fluorescence and confocal microscopy
• Maintain and organize digital archive of photomicrographs
• Perform general microbiological and cell culture methods
• Performs data collection, management, and analysis for preparation for publication
• Maintains laboratory notebooks
• Track and maintain inventory of tissue samples
• Maintains organization of laboratory areas, and maintains and order all pertinent supplies related to protocols
• Assists in submitting manuscripts, posters and abstracts to relevant journals and meetings.
• Order and provide animal handling of small animals including surgical preparation
• Plans, organizes, and accomplishes assignments.
• Provide data analysis; assist with publications, and presentations in line with research efforts at varying times throughout the period of performance. Conduct animal laboratory research in reference to established SEP/protocol/proposal while adhering to federal, state, and local statutes, rules, and regulations. Laboratory work should be conducted in accordance with GLP, the Institute Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), and the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS)
• Contractor will assist with developing, writing, and maintenance of SOPs and protocols along with correspondence with the IRB to ensure compliance with all regulations set by the Individual Review Board (IRB), Department of Defense (DOD), World Health Organization (WHO), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Army Human Research Protection Office (AHRPO) and the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB)
• Coordinates work to ensure smooth operation, proper delivery of services, and effective customer support
• Contractor shall comply with all Department of Defense, U.S. Army, USAISR and other Governmental regulatory requirements with special emphasis on safety and security
• Maintain SOPs for review and approval by Capability Area Manager and monitors compliance with DoD/Army safety procedures and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Program (CLIP), and the College of American Pathologist (CAP) regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Required Degree/Education/Certification

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in biology, physiology, chemistry, or related field is required; however, animal research experience will be taken into consideration in lieu of a degree on a case‑by‑case basis.

Required Skills and Experience

Two (2) years’ Experience working with small animals such as rodents, rabbits, and mice.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Trauma related biomedical research in a DoD environment highly desired
• Some experience with benchwork is desired
• Any certification(s) through AALAS (i.e. - ALAT, LAT, and/or LATG) are a huge plus

Required Citizenship and Clearance

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Candidates must be able to pass a favorable adjudicated National Agency Check with Inquiries

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.

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The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com