The University of Texas Medical Branch · 3 months ago
Biocontainment Research Associate II (Animal Resource Center-Service Department - Galveston)
Galveston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe University of Texas Medical Branch is a leading institution in medical research, and they are seeking a Biocontainment Research Associate II. This role involves conducting a variety of research assignments in a high containment facility, leading technical staff, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards for animal care.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Team lead for technical staff and coordinate teamwork load for maximum effectiveness
Provides and oversees daily husbandry care, including feeding, sanitation, and enrichment for multiple small and large species in a high-containment environment
Ensure all federal, state, and local regulatory statutes, including facility SOPs, are followed regarding human-animal care and use
Assist in developing and providing training for any special techniques necessary to support the research program and mission
Performs veterinary technical services such as tissue sampling, blood draws, anesthesia, and injections on multiple laboratory animal species per protocol
Assists principal investigator(s) and/or veterinarian(s) in preparation and conduct of technical/surgical procedure(s) in a high containment environment
Maintains knowledge of biohazard and containment operations
Monitor overall facility operations, including all security, safety, and maintenance standards for a high containment facility
Maintains all animal and non-animal records and documents, including all paper and digital forms
Possesses knowledge of current surgical techniques, instruments, and their functions
Provides general technical assistance to animal care and research staff
Maintains professional and collegial interpersonal skills with peers, subordinates, and superiors
Adheres to internal controls established for the department
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent and 2 years of related experience or Master's degree in basic science or related field and no experience required
Preferred
Licensed Vet Tech (and/or bachelor's degree in basic science) with ABSL-3 and/or ABSL-4 experience
Company
The University of Texas Medical Branch
The University of Texas Medical Branch is a component of the University of Texas System located in Galveston, Texas
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$35MKey Investors
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
2024-09-13Grant
2019-04-09Grant· $35M
Leadership Team
Donna Sollenberger
EVP and CEO, Health System
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