Research Laboratory Associate*

SierTeK Ltd; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SierTeK Ltd. seeks a Research Laboratory Associate to support an opportunity at University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB).

The role involves laboratory, veterinary, and research support for studies using large and small animal models, with emphasis on regulatory compliance and data collection. Responsibilities include protocol development, procedural support, IACUC documentation, and collaboration with veterinarians and investigators to advance research projects.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in biology or related life science field.
• Minimum 3 years of research laboratory experience with independent study management.
• Minimum 2 years with large animal research models (swine and/or sheep).
• Experience: anesthesia, catheter placement, IV injections, arterial lines, surgical assistance, tissue harvesting, medication dosing, animal care.
• Experience collaborating with veterinarians and investigators on experiments.
• Knowledge of IACUC regulations and animal welfare requirements.
• Strong organizational, communication, and technical writing skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day laboratory operations and support multiple concurrent projects.
• Assist with development of animal research protocols and study procedures.
• Support submission of IACUC protocols and regulatory documentation.
• Assist program managers with cost proposals, equipment planning, and quarterly reports.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and document data; contribute to reports, manuscripts, and grants.
• Provide veterinary care for research animals and health monitoring.
• Perform routine pre- and post-operative animal care.
• Conduct standardized lab testing and document findings.
• Assist with surgical procedures and operation of specialized equipment.
• Maintain inventories and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Lab operations

IACUC compliance

Data collection/analysis

Technical writing

Veterinary care

Regulatory documentation

Microsoft Office

Independent work

Education

Associate degree in biology

Bachelor’s degree in biology or related life science

Tools

Lab equipment operation

Job description

SierTeK proudly serves our clients by providing expertise in the Program Management, Information Technology, and Administrative Support domains. Founded in 2007 as a minority and service-disabled veteran-owned company, we serve as prime- and subcontractor for a multitude of Federal Department of Defense contracts. By focusing on continual improvement, our services remain at the forefront of our industry, and we pride ourselves on delivering our services with the highest degree of integrity.

SierTeK Ltd. is seeking a Research Laboratory Associate to support an opportunity at University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB).

Position Overview Section

The Research Laboratory Associate supports the U.S. Air Force's biomedical research program by providing laboratory, veterinary, and research support for studies involving large and small animal models. This position performs laboratory operations, assists with research protocol development, supports surgical and veterinary procedures, ensures regulatory compliance, and contributes to scientific data collection, reporting, and project management. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with animal research models, IACUC compliance, and laboratory operations in a research environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform day-to-day laboratory operations with minimal supervision while supporting multiple concurrent research projects.
• Assist with the development of animal research protocols, study procedures, and research standards.
• Support preparation and submission of Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) protocols and regulatory documentation.
• Assist program managers with cost proposals, equipment planning, quarterly reports, and administrative activities.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and document research data; assist with preparation of technical reports, manuscripts, presentations, and grant submissions.
• Provide veterinary care for research animals, including medication administration, health monitoring, clinical observations, and detailed recordkeeping.
• Perform routine pre-operative and post-operative animal care.
• Conduct standardized laboratory testing and accurately document findings.
• Assist veterinary and medical personnel during surgical procedures and operation of specialized laboratory equipment.
• Perform technical procedures including anesthesia administration, catheter placement, intravenous injections, arterial line placement, tissue collection, and medication dosing.
• Maintain inventories of laboratory supplies, medications, and controlled substances in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with animal welfare regulations, laboratory safety standards, and research protocols.

Qualifications

Minimum Position Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Zoology, Veterinary Technology, or a related life science field.
• Minimum three (3) years of research laboratory experience with demonstrated ability to independently manage research studies.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience working with large animal research models (swine and/or sheep).
• Experience performing:
  • Animal anesthesia
  • Catheter placement
  • Intravenous injections
  • Arterial line placement
  • Surgical assistance and tissue harvesting
  • Medication administration and dosing
  • Animal handling and veterinary care
• Experience collaborating with veterinarians and research investigators to prepare and conduct experiments.
• Working knowledge of Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) regulations and laboratory animal welfare requirements.
• Experience following laboratory safety procedures and regulatory standards.
• Strong organizational, communication, and technical writing skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while supporting multiple research projects.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).

Highly Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a life science discipline.
• Professional certification such as:
  • American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS)
  • Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
  • Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
  • Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
• Experience with small animal research models (mice, rats, rabbits, etc.).
• Experience preparing and submitting IACUC protocols and amendments.
• Experience supporting multiple laboratory facilities simultaneously.
• Experience developing research figures, charts, and data presentations.
• Experience assisting with scientific publications or grant preparation.

SierTeK is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, gender identity and sexual orientation.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 1+833.743.7835.

*This job posting is to identify potential candidates for positions in order to respond to a request for proposal. This job posting, including but not limited to, qualifications, duties, compensation and benefits, is subject to change based on the terms and conditions of the awarded contract and is contingent on SierTeK being awarded the contract.