Sr. Research Technician

Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute•Albuquerque, NM

About The Position

Lovelace Biomedical is seeking a Senior Research Technician in its Physiology/telemetry program. The role focuses on the physical and electronic setup of physiology and telemetry data collection systems, as well as data analysis, reporting, and interpretation for non-GLP and GLP-regulated studies. The Technician applies engineering knowledge to hardware and software data-acquisition protocols and troubleshoots issues, while supporting internal and external users and the use of physiological endpoints in program goals. The Senior Research Technician performs complex studies, documents laboratory work to required standards, and maintains laboratory and medical equipment and supplies in accordance with SOPs, protocols, and applicable federal regulations, including FDA GLP. The role independently writes proposals, final reports, and cost estimates; collaborates with scientific staff; and authors sections of publications based on research performed. Additional duties may include administrative support for study execution, such as labeling collection tubes, transporting supplies, reviewing data for quality control, coordinating sample shipments, and serving as a shift or study lead. Lead duties may include scheduling team assignments and serving as the study director’s primary contact for a shift. Work is performed in a wet laboratory and may involve proximity to research animals and areas where hazardous materials or infectious agents are present. The position requires use of standard laboratory equipment and personal protective equipment, which may include a respirator. A post-offer physical and background check/security clearance are required, as is the ability to gain and maintain access to Kirtland Air Force Base. Salary is commensurate with experience, and the posting offers a $500 sign-on bonus.

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 such experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
At least 3 years of animal experience.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and handle other heavy equipment; push, bend, stoop, climb, stand for prolonged periods, work outdoors, and work in extreme temperatures and humidity.
Ability to wear a respirator and protective clothing or equipment.
Ability to gain and maintain access to Kirtland Air Force Base.
Successful completion of a post-offer physical and background check/security clearance.
Ability to perform laboratory techniques requiring grasping, pipetting, and hand dexterity; perform repetitive motions; and work in proximity to research animals and potentially hazardous materials or infectious agents.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Internet Explorer, and Outlook.
Ability to learn department-specific computer systems.

Responsibilities

Set up physiology and telemetry data collection systems, including their physical and electronic components.
Analyze, report, and interpret data for non-GLP and GLP-regulated studies.
Troubleshoot hardware and software data-acquisition protocols and related system issues.
Support internal and external users in applying physiological endpoints to program goals.
Perform complex studies and document laboratory work to acceptable standards.
Maintain laboratory and medical equipment and supplies in accordance with SOPs, protocols, and applicable regulations.
Independently prepare proposals, final reports, and cost estimates.
Collaborate with scientific staff and author publication sections based on research performed.
Assist with study-execution administration, including labeling collection tubes, transporting supplies, quality-control review of data, and coordinating sample shipments.
Serve as a shift or study lead, including scheduling team assignments and acting as primary contact for the study director for a shift.