Assistant In Vivo Technician at Southern Research

Assistant In Vivo Technician

General Summary

This position is responsible for providing general research support in the in vivo laboratories.  The Assistant In Vivo Technician must have the desire and ability to learn and apply basic knowledge for understanding scientific research and methods, to become proficient in many laboratory techniques, and have a proven ability to work well within a team.  The Group Leader, In Vivo will provide day-to-day task direction and ensure quality of work completed.  This position reports directly to the Supervisor, In Vivo Laboratory.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Observes and executes activities consistent with study protocols, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or Laboratory Methods, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) regulations, and safety and health practices.
• Demonstrates knowledge of basic study design and execution.
• Executes key activities on a study following appropriate procedures.
• Administers test and control materials by various routes including gavage, intravenous, intramuscular, intraperitoneal, and subcutaneous.
• Collects samples and specimens.
• Provides animal care and husbandry, including changing racks, and providing feed and water.
• Cleans cages, equipment, and work area.  Decontaminates animal rooms, this includes operating sanitizing and sterilizing equipment.
• Gathers experimental data, including temperatures, weights, clinical observations, and husbandry data, as required.
• Handles and restrains animals of various species (e.g. rodents, ferrets, dogs, non-human primates, rabbits, etc.) under animal biosafety levels 1, 2, and/or 3 containment procedures.
• Communicate with and update supervisor, group leads, and co-workers as needed.
• Records data in the Provantis data collection system.
• Observes, records, and reports abnormal findings to the veterinarian.
• Reviews in-life and husbandry data, as required.
• Completes other duties as required.

Requirements/Minimum Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent
• Ability to observe appropriate safety and study requirements by reading, understanding and following Standard Operating Procedures, Good Laboratory Practices requirements, and study protocols.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrate ability to utilize relevant MS Office Suite Products.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) to include an N95 respirator or PAPR for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Able to work overtime when necessary and rotating weekends and holidays.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of standard scientific principles, theories, and concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new tasks.
• This position requires the ability to meet all entry requirements, including medical and vaccination requirements for work in both an ABSL-2 and ABSL-3 laboratory environment. Immunizations are required for this position and are determined by the study/agent. Some examples include Tetanus, Hepatitis B, Smallpox, Polio, and Influenza.

Preferred Qualifications

• 0-3 years of related experience

Core Values

Cultivating human connection – putting people first.  We know that every individual makes a difference and that no one can do it alone.  We believe the world's most powerful resource is human potential.  We are an inclusive and courageous team where innovation and diversity of though go hand in hand.  We understand that relationships move at the speed of trust.

Operating with precise execution – measuring what matters and owning results as a team.  We leverage data to drive decisions that advance science.  We recognize the importance of a stable foundation coupled with an agile mindset.  We hold ourselves accountable and take pride in our work.  We give and receive candid feedback as a gift that keeps us growing.

Harnessing relentless curiosity – our unstoppable, innovative force.  We are driven to ask sharp questions and push the boundaries of knowledge.  We use creativity and critical thinking as catalysts for finding solutions that change lives.  We learn by doing, consistently striving to improve our relationships, training, methodologies, questions and results.

Stewarding a healthy community – implementing sustainable operations for a safe, engaging environment.  We don't compromise on safety and health for our employees, customers or community.  We believe a healthy community begins with inclusive economic opportunities.  We respect the dignity of the patients we ultimately serve.  We are motivated to serve communities that are underserved and markets that are overlooked.

Job Specific Behaviors

Planning and Organization - Systematically identifies issues to be addressed and plans a course of action for self and others to ensure the accomplishment of specific objectives

Attention to detail - Utilizes established monitoring system, records data accurately and in a timely manner, and ensures accuracy of data.

Communication - Effectively communicates verbally with others and written skills are effective.

Quality Orientation - Follows procedures, ensures high-quality outputs and takes action.

Physical Demands

This position requires significant physical abilities including (but not limited to):

• Standing, walking, or climbing for extended periods of time
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area
• Ability to push/pull up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform repetitive and strenuous activities that require standing or stooping/crouching by bending at waist or legs.
• Ability to withstand exposure to constant or intermittent high noise levels
• Clear vision with corrective lenses at 20 feet or more
• Fine motor skills and manual dexterity
• Wearing a respirator for extended periods of time
• Ability to perform work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time
• Withstanding exposure to constant or intermittent high temperatures/humidity

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