Laboratory Animal Sciences Technician III

Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, the Laboratory Animal Sciences Technician 3 will perform a variety of tasks following established techniques and procedures. The Technician will assist in study execution; collect samples from and administers agents to research animals as IACUC approved studies require. Will exercise judgment in the collection and processing of samples such as blood, serum, plasma, tissue and urine. Works with a variety of animal species and work assignments are relatively complex. tasks will involve both in-vivo and in-vitro procedures. 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, quality control review of data, coordinating sample shipment, and acting as shift or study lead. Activities as lead may include scheduling team work assignments and acting as primary point of contact for the study director for a particular shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years of related experience in a research, commercial or hospital laboratory OR an associate’s degree and 2-4 years of experience in a research, commercial or hospital laboratory
Minimum of 3 years of animal experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and other heavy equipment, pushing, bending, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing
Ability 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) is required

Nice To Haves

Computer proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Internet Explorer, Outlook and the ability to learn department-specific computer systems as needed
Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific field
Leadership experience
ALAT and LAT certification
Sit for ALAT and/or LAT within 12 months as a level 2 technician
LAT and/or LATG within the first 24 months

Responsibilities

Assist in study execution
Collect samples from and administers agents to research animals as IACUC approved studies require
Exercise judgment in the collection and processing of samples such as blood, serum, plasma, tissue and urine
Work with a variety of animal species
Perform both in-vivo and in-vitro procedures
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 quality control review of data
Coordinate sample shipment
Act as shift or study lead
Schedule team work assignments
Act as primary point of contact for the study director for a particular shift