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Research Specialist
Job Description
RESEARCH SPECIALIST, Mechanical Engineering (MechE)-Traverso Lab (part-time, 50%), to oversee planning, scheduling, and conduct of all in-vivo studies along with all related activities. Will keep accurate health records, project schedules, study data, and results; participate in the modification and annual review of protocols; maintain and develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for in vivo-related activities; summarize and document research results/findings; research and provide content for presentations, grant, and fellowship proposals; ensure safety standards/procedures are followed, prepare lab for inspections, and correct problems; train and coordinate work of lower-level staff, student employees, and/or temporary staff; and communicate, interpret, and provide training on lab policies.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: bachelor’s degree in specialized or related field; five years of specialized lab experience required (which may include experience gained as an undergraduate); excellent basic animal handling/care skills; experience with sample collection and administration, IACUC protocols, and SOPs; interest in working with animals and learning new techniques/procedures; strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; comfort summarizing and reporting results to researchers; commitment to exceeding quality standards, providing exceptional services, and producing accurate and high-quality work; meticulous attention to detail; practiced documentation skills; and awareness of basic safety issues and how to follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment. PREFERRED: experience with large and small animals in a research field, basic understanding of regulatory requirements, and AALAS (American Association of Laboratory Animal Science) certification and/or CVT (certified veterinary technician). Job #23523
Schedule to be determined.
Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check.
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