Research Technologist

Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute•Albuquerque, NM

About The Position

The Research Technologist performs routine and non-routine laboratory procedures and analyses under general supervision, following established techniques, procedures, safety requirements, and environmental regulations. The role involves preparing chemicals and solutions, collecting and analyzing data and animal samples, performing necropsy dissections, and maintaining laboratory equipment, supplies, and work areas. The technologist takes responsibility for assigned studies and prepares study-specific guides and supplies. Work is primarily conducted in animal facilities, laboratories, or offices, and may involve animal tissues, laboratory animals, hazardous materials, infectious agents, containment areas, radiation areas, or outdoor environments. The position requires adherence to safety and security procedures and may require training, vaccinations, approvals, a respirator, and other personal protective equipment. The scheduled hours are Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; weekend, holiday, and after-hours work may be required as operational needs dictate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific discipline or comparable coursework, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
Knowledge of scientific research principles, practices, protocols, approaches, and methodologies.
Ability to develop and follow research methodology and protocol.
Ability to exercise good judgment in adjusting variables and correcting experimental irregularities.
Ability to meet stringent accuracy and precision standards and maintain meticulous work habits and attention to detail.
Computer literacy and ability to analyze data.
Initiative and ability to work independently.
Manual dexterity and ability to keep neat, accurate, and legible records.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
Knowledge of current technological developments and trends in the area of expertise.
Good communication skills and ability to work harmoniously with others.
Ability to safely handle laboratory materials and specimens, follow detailed procedures and instructions, and use prescribed sterile procedures.
Successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical examination.
Ability to access Kirtland Air Force Base.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to wear a respirator and other required personal protective equipment.
Ability to perform the physical activities described, including standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motions, laboratory techniques requiring grasping, pipetting, and hand dexterity, and occasionally lifting objects up to 50 pounds.
Availability for weekend, holiday, and after-hours work as necessary to meet operational needs.

Responsibilities

Assemble equipment and perform routine and non-routine laboratory procedures, including chemical, physical, and physiological analyses, using established techniques and procedures.
Identify problems, make corrections, and report situations to a supervisor.
Perform routine troubleshooting.
Prepare chemicals and solutions as appropriate.
Perform necropsy dissections and collect tissue specimens.
Collect biological and/or physical samples from animals for experimental use.
Perform routine data collection and analysis.
Construct, test, and operate equipment, and perform scheduled equipment calibration.
Collect, record, reduce, and enter data into a computer or on paper, and process data using established programs.
Take responsibility for assigned studies and write study-specific guides.
Prepare and label study-required supplies.
Bag fixed tissue for storage or shipment.
Maintain equipment and supplies in the assigned area and ensure their proper use and care.
Promote workplace safety and monitor the work area, equipment, and self for contamination; perform decontamination when necessary.
Perform regular housekeeping duties and clean equipment and supplies as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.