Research Specialist, Laboratory Animal - SOM Radiation Oncology Rsrch DTRS

University of Maryland, Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

University of Maryland, Baltimore seeks a Laboratory Animal Research Specialist to join the School of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology Research. The specialist will design studies, perform experiments, analyze data, write reports, and train staff and students in advanced animal care and research techniques.

The role requires ensuring animal welfare and compliance with applicable regulations, with collaboration across teams to achieve research goals and publish findings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, agriculture, veterinary science, biochemistry, chemistry, or related animal science field.
• Three (3) years of experience working with animals in a research lab or animal hospital; two years in rodent/multi-species clinical.
• Additional related experience and formal education may substitute for the education or experience requirement.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform independent research studies with veterinary oversight.
• Perform advanced laboratory procedures and data analysis.
• Maintain animal health observations and collect samples.
• Manage equipment, supply ordering, and safety compliance.
• Prepare manuscripts and contribute to grant proposals.
• Train students and staff in lab techniques.

Skills

Laboratory animal research

Experimental design

Data analysis

Animal care and welfare

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Tools

ELISA

PCR

DNA extraction

Molecular assays

Job description

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is currently seeking a Laboratory Animal Research Specialist to join the School of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology Research. The Laboratory Research Specialist Animal is responsible for performing research activities at the University of Maryland, Baltimore. Functions as a single specialist in a laboratory setting, is responsible for providing the advanced technical expertise to research project(s) and must follow and complete advanced pathways to provide an animal `whole body care' as it applies to the area of specialty to achieve this job title. The position will work in a highly collaborative environment to achieve research project goals by designing studies, performing laboratory experiments, analyzing data, writing reports, presenting results, and training staff and students. Work is performed in accordance with animal welfare regulations, USDA, the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, Public Health Services (PHS), Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare (OLAW), Association for assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC), Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) guidelines, and/or United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) 21CFR58 Good Laboratory Practices Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent project(s) and participate in the design of research studies. Perform procedures utilizing specific skillsets or advanced treatments as dictated by the veterinarian in charge. Compile, analyze, and interpret research data using various relevant computer software applications.
• Independently perform day to day laboratory research activities such as: general housekeeping, daily observations of animal health; collection of cultures and biological specimens for diagnostic testing and monitoring of animal health; diagnostic molecular (ELISA), bacteriological, or biological assays; breeding colonization processes; irradiation of blood products; and executing biochemical or hematopoietic procedures such as: bone marrow aspirations, complete blood count, white cell differential, electrophoresis, blotting, chromatography, PCR and DNA extractions, etc.; and may require performing psychological enrichment of certain species.
• Performs laboratory animal support activities such as surgical, anesthesia, enrichment, diagnostics, good laboratory practice, internal-medical and biohazardous research and may contribute to the design of related activities.
• Administer day-to-day laboratory operations including monitoring and advise on the budget, ensuring quality control and safety compliance, developing policies and procedures, and ordering supplies including the identification of supply sources. Maintain proper operation of research equipment, ensuring proper operation records, cleaning, ordering of required components and explaining/resolving technical issues.
• Conduct library research and participates in editing and preparing manuscripts, scientific illustrations and computer graphics for publication. Contribute to the preparation of journal articles and grant proposals. Presents research findings.
• Prepare materials for research studies, including sample collection kits and research documents.
• Assist in the training of undergraduate and graduate students, post-doctoral, international fellows, and/or junior technical personnel in the performance of a variety of laboratory techniques.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, agriculture, veterinary science, biochemistry, chemistry, or field of study related to the animal science.
• Three (3) years of experience working with animals in a research laboratory setting or in an animal hospital is preferred, including two (2) years in the relevant research specialization in rodent/multi-species clinical.
• Additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job may be substituted for the education or experience requirement.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Accomplishes responsibilities by applying specialized and theoretical knowledge, principles, and concepts of a professional discipline normally acquired through advanced education or specialized training.
• Resolves issues and significant matters on behalf of management by utilizing independent judgment, discretion, creativity, and analytical thinking.
• Contributes to development and evaluation of goals and objectives.
• Creates solutions to ensure legal and policy compliance.
• May supervise, mentor, or coordinate work of others (positions that supervise are responsible for service delivery, quality assurance, and employee performance).
• May independently manage or administer programs, processes, projects, or resources.
• Applies in-depth, senior level knowledge, concepts, principles, and skills.
• Wide latitude in decision making to interpret unclear or inadequate guidelines.
• Supervisor and employee collaborate to develop goals and objectives.
• Confers with supervisor only on controversial or far reaching matters.
• Proactively resolves broad and unique matters requiring sophisticated analysis and interpretation.
• Acts as resource to others.
• Knowledge of position requirements.
• Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws.
• Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently.
• Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

About Us

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is Maryland’s public health, law, and human services university. Six professional schools and the interdisciplinary Graduate School confer the majority of health care, human services, and law professional degrees in Maryland each year. Our goal is to support the University’s mission of education, research, clinical care, and public service by amplifying UMB’s voice as a thought and action leader, and to enhance goodwill in the communities and people with whom we engage. UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland. UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You may also contact [e-mail]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information. UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland. Regular and contractual employee are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package.

About the Team

The University of Maryland School of Medicine (SOM) was chartered in 1807 as the first public medical school in the United States. It continues today as one of the fastest growing, top-tier biomedical research enterprises in the world. SOM is dedicated to providing excellence in biomedical education, basic and clinical research, quality patient care and service to improve the health of the citizens of Maryland and beyond.

Benefits

• Regular and contractual employee are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package.