Research Technician I, Support Team

Champions Oncology Inc. • Rockville, MD

4d • $21 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Provide general technical support for in vivo oncology studies in mice.

Requirements

• Strong mouse technical in vivo skills
• Ability to work effectively and productively in a team-oriented environment while maintaining a strong sense of accountability, integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong general computer usage skills (email, spreadsheets, databases)
• Willingness to assist with other duties in a dynamic environment
• Eagerness to learn and master new skills
• Strong focus on animal welfare
• Ability to observe safety and security procedures
• Must be able to sit and use hands to finger, handle and feel
• Must be able to lift and move packages weighing up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time in a typical laboratory environment
• Some activities require repetitive motion and reaching, pulling or pushing
• In carrying out the duties of the job there will be frequent exposure to fumes/chemical hazards
• Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue

Nice To Haves

• BS degree in animal science, biology, or related field.
• AALAS ALAT certification

Responsibilities

• Provide in vivo technical support for oncology studies with mice
• Tumor volume measurements with calipers for stock mice
• Randomization of animals onto study
• Body weight measurements in LIMS
• Removal of Surgical Staples
• Euthanasia of animals
• Perform general study preparation and laboratory organization
• Movement of Animals to Other team locations
• Preserve room organization
• Assist with Pre-Op care, including but not limited to shaving
• Additional responsibilities as deemed necessary

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level