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Precise Systems, Inc. · 1 week ago

Animal Toxicology Assistant Research Scientist

Gunpowder, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$69K/yr - $90K/yr

4+ years exp

Precise Systems, Inc. is a solutions-based company focused on innovation in support of the warfighters. They are seeking an experienced Animal Toxicology Assistant Research Scientist to assist with research and laboratory studies supporting the Department of Defense's mission in toxicology and biomedical defense, working under the guidance of a senior principal investigator.

ComputerConsumer ElectronicsInformation TechnologyRoboticsSoftware

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Support the design of experiments, developing and refining protocols, and performing advanced in vivo and in vitro procedures

Provide surgical and technical expertise across multiple animal research models and contributes to program deliverables by preparing samples, maintaining laboratory equipment, conducting basic tests and laboratory experiments, ensuring lab cleanliness, analyzing data, and performing small animal model surgical procedures

Actively engages in specialized in vivo and in vitro research projects to support, develop and refine technical procedures in toxicology, biochemistry and animal sciences

Prepare for laboratory research projects, maintains laboratory equipment and ensures laboratory cleanliness standards are met

Perform advanced surgical procedures across multiple species on assigned projects, adhering to established protocols and animal welfare standards, including pre- and post-surgical requirements

Apply independent problem-solving skills to experimental tasks and troubleshoot complex procedures

Assist in the collection, organization, and analysis of scientific data using appropriate statistical methods, interpreting findings to support program objectives

Conduct behavioral assessments in animal models to evaluate pharmacological effects using innovative methodologies

Maintain eligibility under the Chemical Personnel Reliability Program (cPRP) and ensuring compliance with safety and security regulations

Qualification

Animal research modelsSurgical proceduresLaboratory equipment maintenanceData analysisToxicologyBehavioral assessmentsStatistical methodsLaboratory cleanlinessChemical Personnel Reliability ProgramPharmacologyAnimal welfare standardsInnovative methodologiesTechnical expertiseProblem-solvingTeam collaborationCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Animal Sciences, or a related field

Four (4) years direct experience with surgical and technical solutions across multiple animal research models, maintaining laboratory equipment, conducting basic tests and laboratory experiments, ensuring lab cleanliness, analyzing data, and performing small animal model surgical procedures

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

U.S. Citizenship is required

Preferred

Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) certification

Benefits

Health insurance

Life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Holiday pay

Employee-managed leave

Professional growth opportunities

Company

Precise Systems, Inc.

As a solutions-based company, Precise Systems is focused on innovation in support of the warfighters and aligning our expertise to deliver the highest quality of service.

Founded in 1990

Lexington Park, Maryland, USA

1001-5000 employees