Arizona Veterans Research
Translational Research Technician (Animal & Bench Laboratory Studies)
Arizona Veterans Research, Oregon, Illinois, United States, 61061
Translational Research Technician (Animal & Bench Laboratory Studies)
Principal duties and responsibilities: Care, handling, and use of laboratory rat/mouse research animals Small animal (rodent) surgery and post-surgical care Behavioral evaluation of cognitive function, implementation of exercise intervention, and drug delivery in laboratory animals Obtain and process biological samples (human and animal origin), tissue processing, vessel experiments, and microscopy In vitro cell culture maintenance, perform cell treatments for experimental conditions. Molecular biology experiments may be required: DNA/RNA isolation, PCR and qPCR, protein isolation, western blot analysis, immunofluorescence, and immunohistochemistry studies Maintain detailed documentation of procedures and results Maintain laboratory equipment and preparation of reagents Other duties and studies as assigned Preferred Science Qualifications: Knowledge of rodent basic biology, handling, and behavior testing Knowledge of microscopes and histology laboratory techniques Knowledge and experience in basic lab techniques detailed in job description Required Professional Skills: Possesses fine hand dexterity to be able to be trained to isolate and handle small blood vessels under the microscope Ability to work and thrive in a team environment and possess a positive attitude Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), including knowledge of MS Office Good problem-solving, basic math, and quantitative and analytical skills Able to critically review information and understand instructions and new concepts with minimal assistance Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Focused and well-organized with attention to detail and outstanding organization skills Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment; OR, Four years research experience appropriate to the area of assignment; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Experience with rat/mouse animal handling in a research environment is required. Desired Qualifications: Working knowledge in neuroscience and/or cardiovascular science Salary: $32,000-37,000 per year AVREF is an equal opportunity employer.
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Principal duties and responsibilities: Care, handling, and use of laboratory rat/mouse research animals Small animal (rodent) surgery and post-surgical care Behavioral evaluation of cognitive function, implementation of exercise intervention, and drug delivery in laboratory animals Obtain and process biological samples (human and animal origin), tissue processing, vessel experiments, and microscopy In vitro cell culture maintenance, perform cell treatments for experimental conditions. Molecular biology experiments may be required: DNA/RNA isolation, PCR and qPCR, protein isolation, western blot analysis, immunofluorescence, and immunohistochemistry studies Maintain detailed documentation of procedures and results Maintain laboratory equipment and preparation of reagents Other duties and studies as assigned Preferred Science Qualifications: Knowledge of rodent basic biology, handling, and behavior testing Knowledge of microscopes and histology laboratory techniques Knowledge and experience in basic lab techniques detailed in job description Required Professional Skills: Possesses fine hand dexterity to be able to be trained to isolate and handle small blood vessels under the microscope Ability to work and thrive in a team environment and possess a positive attitude Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), including knowledge of MS Office Good problem-solving, basic math, and quantitative and analytical skills Able to critically review information and understand instructions and new concepts with minimal assistance Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Focused and well-organized with attention to detail and outstanding organization skills Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment; OR, Four years research experience appropriate to the area of assignment; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Experience with rat/mouse animal handling in a research environment is required. Desired Qualifications: Working knowledge in neuroscience and/or cardiovascular science Salary: $32,000-37,000 per year AVREF is an equal opportunity employer.
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