Senior Research Technician

Nbrlab; Norton Shores (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Senior Research Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves engaging in drug administration, anesthesia, and data collection, while also mentoring fellow technicians. You'll work closely with supervisors to implement new processes and ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practices. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in animal research and a passion for improving technical skills within the team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful research in a collaborative laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in a laboratory setting with animal research.
• Proficient in data collection and compliance with Good Laboratory Practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with animal handling and monitoring for health assessments.
• Collect data and samples while ensuring GLP compliance.
• Mentor and train other technicians on research processes.

Skills

Animal Handling

Data Review

Sample Collection

Anesthesia Monitoring

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Microsoft Office

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Role Summary

The Senior Research Technician will engage in drug administration, anesthesia, sample collection and data review. The Senior Research Technician will mentor and train other research technicians. They will also work closely with Supervisors on training initiatives for technical staff and assessment and implementation of new processes.

This is a non-exempt position that is eligible for overtime after 40 hours in a workweek and has no supervisory responsibility.

Role Responsibilities

• Will assist with restraint, handling, and manipulation of animal species.
• Perform animal observations and monitoring to assess animal health throughout study duration.
• Collect and record data on paper and/or in an electronic laboratory information management system (LIMS) in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
• Proficiency in data review for GLP compliance
• Sample collection including but not limited to, non-sterile scrub of collection sites, blood draws, and urine collections.
• Drug administration including, but not limited to, eye drops, tablets, subcutaneous injections, intramuscular injections, and drug calculations.
• Anesthesia monitoring includes intubation/extubation and use of animal warming systems.
• Serve as Lead Point Technician on research studies.
• Provide leadership and may serve as main contact for technical staff in the absence of supervisor.
• Work towards becoming subject matter expert (SME) in animal research functions and train others in technical tasks related to those study functions.
• Demonstrate leadership qualities and mentor Research Technicians to improve development of technical skills within the team.
• Will be involved with physical testing such as FOB’s and ECGs.
• May assist with animal husbandry, including but not limited to cleaning, feeding, watering and enrichment as needed.
• Perform other training or duties as assigned.
  
  

Role Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required, bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum 2 years preferred; 4 years’ experience required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office core applications and the ability to learn and use additional applications
  
  

Behavioral Expectations

• Decision Making/Problem Solving
• Team Player
• Coachable
  
  

Special Requirements

• This role works predominately in a laboratory setting. There will be exposure to animal pathogens and chemicals. There will be handling of and/or exposure to animal tissues and zoonotic organisms.
• Ability to don and wear personal protective gear, including N95 respirators.
• Physical activity includes lifting (up to 50lbs), carrying (up to 40lbs for up to 50 feet), pushing/pulling (up to 75lbs force), reaching, gripping/pinching, standing, and ascending a ladder without restriction.
• Ability to work beyond typical work schedule including but not limited to evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts with short notice.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Research Services

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