ClinLab Solutions Group · 4 weeks ago
Technical Services Research Associate II
ClinLab Solutions Group is seeking a Technical Services Research Associate II to perform technical tasks for in vivo research studies. The role involves preparing and recording research data, monitoring research animals, maintaining inventory, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Responsibilities
Independently perform preclinical in vivo research activities & studies small to medium sized animals, which may require surgery, necropsy, test article administration, and blood and tissue collection for analysis
Verify proper formulation of solutions for dosing
Perform data collection, entry and analysis; computer and mathematical applications
Labeling and organizing supplies needed for each study and ensuring they are available when needed at our outside in vivo facility
Understand and ensure compliance with IACUC protocols
Manage, organize, and maintain inventory of samples from studies, shipping manifests, chemicals, and storage areas
In a matrix environment, collaborate with team members and coordinate assigned activities with other teams to ensure timely completion
Perform routine and moderately complex animal husbandry tasks and monitor daily health and welfare
Review study reports, provide feedback on accuracy of materials and report results to senior research staff
Maintains an awareness of regulatory requirements applicable to responsibilities
Ensures necessary documentation is correct and maintained up-to-date
Ensures that procedures meet requirements set by federal and state agencies, as well as policy on animal welfare
Ensures adequate supply levels of all items by monitoring the use of item daily and ordering new stock
Receives, checks in materials, and places them into stock in accordance with established procedures
Monitors records of use of controlled substances following federal regulations
Monitors expiration dates for all pharmaceuticals maintained in stock
Assists in training investigators to perform routine technical skills
Performs routine technical procedures for investigators upon request
Helps assist investigators with surgical prep, anesthesia administration, anesthesia monitoring, and the monitoring of the post-surgical recovery period
Provides routine post-operative care to laboratory animals
Performs routine diagnostic tests as needed; labels test samples accurately to ensure correct identification
Arranges submission of laboratory samples for analysis by outside lab
Helps to maintain the dirty bedding sentinel biosecurity monitoring program
Conducts rounds to observe condition of animals; documents appropriate information daily, notifies investigators of overcrowded rat or mouse cages and single housed animals
Implements prescribed treatments (medications, diets, etc.) as instructed
Performs routine grooming care when required (nail trimming, teeth clipping, etc.)
Implements enrichment program for USDA covered species
Advises investigators of changes in animal health conditions
Qualification
Required
5 + years industry working in a vivarium
High School Diploma or equivalent is required
2-year degree in basic science, animal science, or veterinary science is required
AALAS-LAT (or international equivalent) certification is required
Strong interpersonal (transparency, professionalism, integrity, trust) and communication skills (written, verbal)
Strong commitment to providing quality research service support
Dedicated to providing humane animal care in accordance with all guidelines and regulations pertaining to Laboratory Animal Care
Reliable, able to work well independently
Willing to participate in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment
Demonstrating a focus on individual accountability for attention to detail in delivering quality and consistent results in the execution of all daily husbandry duties
Company
ClinLab Solutions Group
ClinLab Solutions Group is one of the only scientific resourcing firms that seamlessly supports the entire lifecycle — from early discovery through clinical development to commercialization.