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

Research Technician II

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. They are seeking a Research Technician II to perform laboratory procedures and support various research efforts related to trauma, health effects, and operational medicine. The role involves conducting experiments, maintaining laboratory equipment, and assisting with data collection and analysis.

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

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

Tissue culture techniqueLaboratory equipment operationScientific data analysisBiological hazard handlingBasic Life Support certificationTechnical knowledgeAnimal handlingResearch experience

Required

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

Technical knowledge of scientific disciplines

Knowledge of and skill in tissue culture technique and handling biological 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.