Research Technician I, Study Services

Champions Oncology, Inc.; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Champions Oncology, Inc. in Rockville, MD is seeking a Research Technician I, Study Services to support in vivo oncology studies in mice.

You will perform handling, dosing, blood collection, and tumor measurements, while ensuring accurate data entry in the LIMS and strict adherence to study protocols. The role requires flexibility to work weekends on a rotating basis, strong organizational skills, and a proactive, team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Preferred: BS degree in animal science, biology, pharmacology, or related field.
• Preferred: AALAS ALAT certification.
• Required: Lean Six Sigma White Belt certification within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-life procedures on mice: handling, restraint, weight and tumor measurements, compound administration, blood collection, euthanasia.
• Record study data in the laboratory information management system (LIMS).
• Read, understand, and follow study protocols.
• Conduct general study prep and organize supplies and lab spaces.
• Work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.

Skills

Team player

Coachable

Honest

Adaptable

Motivated

Positive

Innovative

Open

Nice

Organized

Detail oriented

Process oriented

Strong computer skills

Education

BS in animal science/biology/pharmacology or related field

AALAS ALAT certification

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Job description

TITLE / CLASSIFICATION: Research Technician I, Study Services / Non-exempt PositionREPORTING LOCATION: Rockville, MDREPORTS TO: Manager, Study ServicesPRIMARY OBJECTIVES: Support in vivo oncology research studies in mice as a member of the Study Services Team.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Perform in-life technical procedures on mice, including handling, restraint, body weight measurement, tumor volume measurement with calipers or imaging device, compound administration, blood collection, and euthanasia.Record study data within the laboratory information management system.Read, understand, and adhere to study protocols.Perform general study preparation and organizational activities, including sample tube labeling, supply organization and stocking, and laboratory organization.Work weekends and holidays on rotating basis.PRODUCTIVITY EXPECTATIONS: 40 activities/hour worked. To be attained within 3 months of training completion.PROMOTION ELIGIBILITY: Promotion to Research Technician II, Study Services, requires performance of 50 activities/hour worked for at least 6 months and quarterly PMP rating in Quality and Productivity of 4 or higher, with no PMP ratings of 1.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:TEAM PLAYER. Actively and eagerly support leadership and colleagues.COACHABLE. Actively solicits feedback. Eager to improve.HONEST. Trustworthy. Demonstrates integrity.ADAPTABLE. Flexible and open to change. Eager early adopter.MOTIVATED. Driven. Proactive and takes the initiative.POSITIVE. Compassionate. Empathetic and understanding. Balanced.INNOVATIVE. Challenges the status quo. Eager problem solver.OPEN. Transparent and communicative. Candid.NICE. Kind and respectful. Sincere.Organized. Detail oriented.Process oriented. Eager to follow procedures.Strong computer skills.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:PREFERRED: BS degree in animal science, biology, pharmacology, or related field.PREFERRED: AALAS ALAT certification.PREFERRED: 1 year of related experience in a Contract Research Organization or similar research setting OR completion of the Champions Oncology Laboratory Animal Science & Research Apprenticeship Program in lieu of experience.REQUIRED: Lean Six Sigma White Belt certification required within 1 year of hire. Training provided by Champions Oncology.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:Requires manual dexterity, fine motor skills, and repetitive motion.Requires sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and lifting throughout the work shift consistent with a typical research laboratory environment and vivarium.Must be able to lift and move packages weighing up to 50 pounds.Routine exposure to odors and chemicals.Routine exposure to sharps.Routine exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue.This job description may be changed to include new responsibilities and tasks or change existing ones as management deems necessary.