Research Technician, Implant Team

Champions Oncology; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 91,693,000; Full time

Job summary

Champions Oncology in Rockville, MD seeks an entry-level researcher to perform survival surgical procedures on mice and manage data in the LIMS system. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and may prefer AALAS certification.

A weekend rotation is part of the schedule, with standard Monday–Friday hours. This full-time position emphasizes meticulous lab organization, strict adherence to study protocols, and teamwork in a biotech setting in Rockville.

Qualifications

• BS degree in animal science, biology, pharmacology, or related field.
• AALAS certification.
• 2 years of related experience in contract research animal facility or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform survival surgical procedures on mice, including anesthesia, tumor implantations, and tissue collection.
• Record study data in the laboratory information management system.
• Read, understand and adhere to study protocols.
• Prepare studies and organize lab supplies and equipment.
• Work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
• Meet prescribed productivity expectations within 3 months of training.

Skills

Team player

Coachable

Honest

Adaptable

Motivated

Positive

Innovative

Open

Nice

Organized

Process oriented

Strong computer skills

Education

BS degree in animal science, biology, pharmacology, or related field

AALAS certification

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Rockville MD - Rockville, MD 20850Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Bachelors DegreeSalary Range: $24.00 - $32.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PMJob Category: Biotech

DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND PRODUCTIVITY EXPECTATIONS:

• Perform survival surgical procedures on mice, including handling, restrain, anesthesia, surgical heterotopic and orthotopic tumor fragment and tumor cell implantations, euthanasia, tissue collection and tissue cryopreservation
• 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 a rotating basis
• Productivity Expectations: 150 unilateral NUDE PS/day, 60 bilateral NOG warm stock/day; 60 bilateral NOG cryo stock/day. To be attained within 3 months of training completion

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• TEAMN 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. Detailed Oriented.
• Process Oriented. Eager to follow procedures.
• Strong Computer Skills.

Qualifications

• PREFERRED: BS degree in animal science, biology, pharmacology, or related field.
• PREFERRED: AALAS certification
• PREFERRED: 2 years of related experience in contract research animal facility or similar setting.

This job description may be changed to include new responsibilities and tasks or change existing ones as management deems necessary.

Champions Oncology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.