Laboratory Animal Sciences Technician I

Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, the Laboratory Animal Sciences Technician will perform a variety of tasks following established techniques and procedures. The Technician will assist in study execution; maintain animal areas, supplies and equipment; collect samples from and administers agents to research animals as IACUC approved studies require. Documents laboratory work to acceptable standards and maintains laboratory/medical equipment and supplies in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), protocols and regulations. The successful candidate will assist in administrative functions of study execution such as labeling collection tubes and transporting supplies to appropriate area, and performing all other related duties and tasks as required or assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
One year of demonstrated work experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently
Ability to work as a part of a team
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and other heavy equipment
Ability to perform pushing, bending, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing
Ability to perform outdoor work
Ability to work in extremes temperature and humidity
Must be able to wear a respirator and protective clothing or equipment
Post-offer physical and background check/security clearance are required
Ability to gain and maintain access to Kirtland Air Force base (KAFB)

Nice To Haves

Computer proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Internet Explorer, Outlook
Ability to learn department-specific computer systems as needed
ALAT Certification

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of tasks following established techniques and procedures.
Assist in study execution.
Maintain animal areas, supplies and equipment.
Collect samples from research animals as IACUC approved studies require.
Administer agents to research animals as IACUC approved studies require.
Document laboratory work to acceptable standards.
Maintain laboratory/medical equipment and supplies in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), protocols and regulations.
Assist in administrative functions of study execution such as labeling collection tubes and transporting supplies to appropriate area.
Perform all other related duties and tasks as required or assigned.