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The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine · 2 weeks ago

Research Technician III

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is dedicated to advancing military medicine. They are seeking a Research Technician III to perform laboratory procedures and support various research projects aimed at improving combat casualty care and safety for Department of Defense personnel.

Health CareMedicalMedical Device

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Responsible for supporting laboratory-based research applying the latest scientific knowledge towards the solution of a broad range of theoretical and practical problems in the areas of trauma, hemorrhage and resuscitation, immunomodulation, directed energy health effects, and craniofacial health and trauma

Recommends changes to protocols and standard operating procedures for research under contract and for review by the Government

Modifies and plans research experiments, procedures, and tests

Advises in research design

Assists with preparation for presentations and written published articles

Assists the Government in animal procurement and shipping procedures

Organizes animal research work activities between Research Scientist, animal care staff, and research laboratory technicians

Sets up, operates, and calibrates laboratory equipment in accordance with research protocols

Researches and collects data through complex laboratory/scientific experiments, techniques, and procedures

Assists in the maintenance of a clean and operational lab space

Assists in ordering and maintaining inventory of supplies for research

Conducts and supports surgical procedure, operating room maintenance, animal disease prevention and health surveillance, appropriate animal housing, record keeping for contract personnel, and ensuring specific pathogen free techniques

Handle and restrain (daily) various small and large animal species

Maintains in vitro models, to include complex/3D tissue culture, bacterial cultures, fungal culture, etc

Compiles and may analyze data using scientific or statistical techniques

Assists with writing and editing material for publication and presentation

Reports on status of research activities

Routes administrative paperwork related to scientific products

Maintains data and records securely, including the use of an assigned laboratory notebook

Qualification

Laboratory techniquesBiological hazard handlingStatistical analysisAnimal handlingBasic Life Support certificationTechnical knowledgeResearch designData collectionPresentation preparation

Required

Associate's Degree, Bachelor's degree preferred with 5 years' research experience OR Master's with 2 years

Technical knowledge of scientific disciplines

Knowledge of and skill in laboratory technique and handling biological and chemical hazards and their safe use and disposal

US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance, including background check and drug screening

All staff required to enter the labs shall maintain current certification in American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS); American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Course; American Red Cross CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation); or equivalent

Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs

Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods

Ability to climb, pull, and lift heavy objects

Benefits

HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.