Research Support Specialist I (Poolesville)
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About The Position
We are seeking a Research Support Specialist I for our Insourcing Solutions site located in Poolesville, MD. In this role, you will prepare and administer research treatments, collect and record physiological data (weight, temperature, pulse, respiration), and perform technical procedures associated with Animal Study Proposals in relation to NHP retroviral, human respiratory, and flavivirus studies. Responsibilities include blood collection, IV catheterization, intubation, broncho-alveolar lavage, tracheal and nasal lavages, documented research observations, and administration of research treatments. You will assist the Veterinarian and Sr. RSS staff with surgeries and specialized procedures, perform daily animal health observations, maintain electronic medical records, and collect, preserve, and prepare biological samples. Additionally, you will participate in study-related necropsies/tissue harvest, set up for procedures, and maintain a safe work environment while practicing universal precautions appropriate to different levels of ABSL.
