Senior Laboratory Animal Research Specialist

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 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.