Animal Research Technician I
Location TX - Fort Sam Houston
Job Code 12435
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Our team is growing! The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is looking for an Animal Research Technician I to provide research support administration services for our government customer in Fort Sam Houston, Texas.
DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist and/or perform acute and recovery surgeries in small animals using sterile techniques
Collect physiological data (e.g. blood pressure, heart rate, muscle strength)
Perform cut downs for the placement of arterial and venous catheters in small animals
Set-up, maintain and calibrate electronic physiological devices with PC based data acquisition and control systems
Provide daily assessments on small and large animals and administer analgesics
Euthanize animals, dissect, and harvest tissues and process them for histology, specified bioassays, and storage
Perform routine molecular biology assays (e.g., RT-PCR, Western Blot)
Perform microscopic analysis using multiple microscopy techniques such as, but not limited to fluorescence and confocal microscopy
Maintain and organize digital archive of photomicrographs
Perform general microbiological and cell culture methods
Performs data collection, management, and analysis for preparation for publication
Maintains laboratory notebooks
Track and maintain inventory of tissue samples
Maintains organization of laboratory areas, and maintains and order all pertinent supplies related to protocols
Assists in submitting manuscripts, posters and abstracts to relevant journals and meetings.
Order and provide animal handling of small animals including surgical preparation
Plans, organizes, and accomplishes assignments.
Provide data analysis; assist with publications, and presentations in line with research efforts at varying times throughout the period of performance. Conduct animal laboratory research in reference to established SEP/protocol/proposal while adhering to federal, state, and local statutes, rules, and regulations. Laboratory work should be conducted in accordance with GLP, the Institute Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), and the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS)
Contractor will assist with developing, writing, and maintenance of SOPs and protocols along with correspondence with the IRB to ensure compliance with all regulations set by the Individual Review Board (IRB), Department of Defense (DOD), World Health Organization (WHO), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Army Human Research Protection Office (AHRPO) and the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB)
Coordinates work to ensure smooth operation, proper delivery of services, and effective customer support
Contractor shall comply with all Department of Defense, U.S. Army, USAISR and other Governmental regulatory requirements with special emphasis on safety and security
Maintain SOPs for review and approval by Capability Area Manager and monitors compliance with DoD/Army safety procedures and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Program (CLIP), and the College of American Pathologist (CAP) regulations
Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in biology, physiology, chemistry, or related field is required; however, animal research experience will be taken into consideration in lieu of a degree on a case-by-case basis
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years' Experience working with small animals such as rodents, rabbits, and mice
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Trauma related biomedical research in a DoD environment highly desired
Some experience with benchwork is desired
Any certification(s) through AALAS ( i.e. - ALAT, LAT, and/or LATG) are a huge plus
REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Candidates must be able to pass a favorable adjudicated National Agency Check with Inquiries
The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are proud to state that we do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here (HRdept@alakaina.com) to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.
The Alakaina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Keaki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kupono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Pookela Solutions, Kikaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alakaina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.
For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com
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