R&D Technician I

Description:

• The position of the RD Technician requires individuals to work with Study Directors associate Toxicologists Clinical Veterinarians and Study Pathologists in conducting non-clinical laboratory studies as directed by the study protocol.
• The RD Technician has sufficient technical experience/training to execute non-clinical laboratory studies as per SOPs and protocol. He/she is proficient in the use and understanding of laboratory equipment possesses good oral and written communication skills and is precise in the collection and maintenance of data for non-clinical laboratory studies.
• Technicians conduct in-life and terminal phases of all non-clinical laboratory studies minimally including animal health evaluations administration of test compounds to animals weight measurements collection of body fluid samples for clinical evaluation observing animals for normal or changed physical condition the performance of necropsies with gross pathologic observations and descriptions recording and maintaining data and preparing test compound formulations. Special technique training may be implemented based on business needs. Technicians may also be assigned various group administrative responsibilities laboratory coordination and training functions.
• The RD Technician Is expected to comply with procedures set forth in SOPs GLP guidelines DEA policies protocols and/or other directives issued by the Study Director or management regarding non-clinical laboratory studies. The Technician Is expected to perform his/her function and responsibilities with the highest regard for quality and timeliness.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Necropsy support
• Discovery support
• General study work
• Training of new techniques
• Comply with all guidelines SOPs GLP DEA and other policies
• Must be comfortable testing on rats and dogs
• IV Dosing, drawing blood from animals
• Necropsy portion: dealing with an animal that is put down, putting down animals at the end of the study- removing organs 
• Blood, Urine, feces 

Years of experience/education and/or certifications required:

Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent education with four years experience in a laboratory setting. Associates degree or higher - no experience required

Must have sufficient technical experience / training to execute nonclinical laboratory studies as per standard operating procedures and protocol. Must be proficient in the handling of nonclinical test systems use of laboratory equipment possess good oral and written communication skills and be precise in the collection and maintenance of data for nonclinical laboratory studies.

What are the top 3-5 skills requirements should this person have?

• Comfortable with working with animals and euthanasia
• Must be able to lift 25lbs
• Ability to stand long periods of time
• Quick learner
• Motivated and Eager to work

What is a nice to have but not required regarding skills requirements experience education or certification?

• Blood collection dosing animal handling
• What type of environment is this person working in? Team Environment - must work well in a group setting
• Work Schedule Define days# of hours/ Is Overtime offered or required? If yes how many hours what impact to scheduled working hours?
• Work schedule 6 am -2:30 with some overtime either weekdays or weekend overtime

Skills:

• Animal Handling
• Laboratory
• Necropsy

Experience Level:

• Entry Level
• Vet Tech Experience

Other information:

• Onsite Mon-Friday (First Shift)
• 12 month contract

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