Research Lab Technician Ii, Preclinical Translational Services

Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Under direct supervision, perform a variety of technical duties in support of non-clinical laboratory study activities, including Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) studies.
REPORTS TO
Associate Director of Preclinical Translational Services
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Research Technical Functions

• Prepare animals for surgical and medical procedures; including, clipping and disinfecting surgical sites; administrations of sedatives and anesthesia; monitoring anesthesia; recover animals from anesthesia.
• Calculate and prepare drug dosages and maintain controlled drug log.
• Blood and specimen collection for evaluation.
• Provide animal restraint during examinations and treatment.
• Coordinate animal care, feeding and transportation logistics with ARP staff.
• Coordinate animal necropsy and disposal with ARP staff.
• Collaborate with other investigators in performance of specific research procedures
• Perform minor surgical procedures
• Assist primary surgeon in surgical procedures
• Monitor the health of animals on study and make immediate decisions in consultation with the study director regarding appropriate medical care. Health monitoring includes weekend observations.
• Under supervision , provide training and guidance to other lab personnel in basic perioperative procedures (surgical preparation, sedation, blood collection, anesthesia monitoring)

Research Data and Administrative Functions

• Contribute to the development of sponsor protocols and study reports
• Write, review and update procedural and equipment SOPs and GLP documents as necessary.
• Co-author IACUC study protocols with oversight by the Study Director
• Generate data for preclinical studies in compliance with PTS SOPs and GLP requirements.
• Perform Quality Control (QC) checks on study data in a format structured for study reports and presentations
• Review scientific journals, abstracts and other research literature to obtain or verify information used in the design and development of protocols, procedures or techniques related to pre-clinical operations
• Under supervision, provide training and guidance to other lab personnel in data QC and SOP training.

Research Operational and Facility Functions

• Prepare OR and other facilities for surgery or study procedures, scheduled tests, experiments and/or operations
• Order supplies, materials and drugs needed to support studies
• Assist with the maintenance of inventory of supplies, equipment, medications and other drugs.
• Clean and sterilize instruments
• Assist with the maintenance of equipment and machines, including calibrations.
• Assist with the preparation of the operating room and other facilities for surgery or study procedures, scheduled tests, experiments and/or operations

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to listen and communicate effectively
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology to interact with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Research laboratory environment
• Frequent exposure to diseases, medicinal preparations and other conditions common in a lab environment
• Must wear protective equipment (gloves, gowns/lab coats, eye protection, face protection)
• Exposure to glass and other breakable objects
• Exposure to animals

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About Us
Wake Forest University School of Medicine (WFUSM) is a U.S. News and World Report top 50 ranked medical school, integrated with a world-class health system, Atrium Health. WFUSM, the academic core of Atrium Health Enterprise, is a recognized leader in experiential medical education and groundbreaking research that includes Wake Forest Innovations, a commercialization enterprise focused on advancing health care through new medical technologies and biomedical discovery. WFUSM, has over $300M in annual, extramural funding that drives a cutting-edge Academic Learning Health System by integrating innovative research with excellent patient care across our enterprise.
Atrium Health is based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and is part of Advocate Health, which is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is the fifth-largest nonprofit health system in the United States, created from the combination of Atrium Health and Advocate Aurora Health. AHWFB is an 885-bed tertiary-care hospital in Winston-Salem - that includes Brenner Children's Hospital, five community hospitals, more than 300 primary and specialty care locations and more than 2,700 physicians.
Our highly integrated academic and clinical environment is deeply committed to improving health, elevating hope, and advancing healing - for all.
It should be noted that while you are applying on the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Career Site, you will receive communications from the Atrium Health Recruitment Team. Please know that this is an expected process. Thanks in advance for your flexibility.
About the Team
Mission, Vision and Culture Commitments
Mission
To improve health, elevate hope and advance healing - for all.
Vision
To be the first and best choice for care.
Culture Commitments
We create a space where all Belong
We Work as One to make great things happen
We earn Trust in all we do
We Innovate to better the now and create the future
We drive for Excellence - always