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Research Technician II - Fort Collins Colorado
Company: Inotiv Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Posted On: 05/05/2024
Research Technician II Location : Location US-CO-Fort Collins ID 2024-4618 Category Research and Science Type Full Time - Permanent Overview The Research Technician is responsible for ensuring proper study conduct while maintaining the well-being of animals in accordance with all standard operating procedures (SOPs), applicable state and federal regulations, as well as guidelines set forth by the veterinary team. Responsibilities General Duties - Perform periodic review of all applicable SOPs to ensure accuracy and confirm procedures are being performed according to SOPs. Participate in SOP writing, reviews, and revisions, as needed
- Complete training requirements as assigned and maintain appropriate training documentation
- Maintain compliance with all policies and procedures
- Ensure compliance with GLPs, USDA, AAALAC, OLAW and other applicable regulations
In-life Study Conduct - Study protocol and notebook review prior to study initiation
- Dose animals by a variety of routes (including but not limited to: ocular, oral capsule, oral gavage, dermal, SC, IM, IV, IP or intra-articular)
- Collect and process biological samples, as needed and trained (including but not limited to: blood, synovial fluid, urine or feces)
- Collect body weights or feed consumption weights
- Perform pre-operative procedures including but not limited to: pre-medication, inducing anesthesia, installing catheters, prepping surgical/injection sites, etc.
- Monitor anesthetized animals during surgical or non-surgical procedures
- Aseptic patient and surgical field preparation
- Assist in surgical procedures as needed
- Post-operative recovery, monitoring and care of animals that are used in recovery surgical procedures
- Surgery instrument preparation and sterilization
- Keep accurate records of use of medications and controlled substances
- Euthanize animals and assist with or perform necropsy procedures
- Complete appropriate raw data records
- Other procedures as described in the study protocol or defined by SOPs
- Assist with stocking supplies, maintain an adequate inventory of supplies, monitor supplies for expiration, and notify appropriate employee of items that need to be ordered
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Clinical observations and treatments
- Perform daily clinical observations of the animals and their pens/cages to assure the well-being, health, and sanitation of the cages is adequate
- Perform in-life study activities, including but not limited to: post-operative monitoring, pain and lameness scoring, sample collection, and observations for adverse effects following administration of the test article
- Complete appropriate entries into the electronic data collection system or paper records as needed including study procedures, and morbidity or mortality reports
- Administer treatments
- Primary technician
- Responsible for ensuring all procedures are being followed and completed as defined by study protocol and SOPs
- Attend prestudy meetings to understand the core concept of the study and communicate with the study director on all applicable forms
- Be the primary contact for the assigned study
- Prepare study notebook as assigned
- Ensure study activities are complete and accurate
- Review study raw data on a regular basis and at the end of the study
- Equipment owner (As assigned)
- Ensure all equipment is in working order.
- Contact proper repair service as needed.
- Schedule the appropriate preventative maintenance services needed.
- Maintain paper file for all assigned equipment
Qualifications Critical Success Factors - Good organizational skills and detail oriented.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work with personnel at all levels of the organization.
- Must have the ability to work independently as well as a team environment.
- Demonstrates the ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks in a high energy, fast paced environment.
- Exhibits accuracy and adaptability performing laboratory operations, some of which may be difficult and/or non-routine.
- Proficient in the use of a computer to compile and maintain simple data, spreadsheets, checklists and reports for records and inventory, utilizing the appropriate software.
- Exhibits an aptitude for quality, an eye for detail, the ability to follow written instructions and work with a minimum of supervision.
- Displays a basic understanding of GLP, AAALAC, OLAW regulations and standards with the ability to apply these practices daily.
- Demonstrates a working knowledge and awareness of general laboratory procedures. Maintains a commitment to adhere to all safety regulations and procedures.
- Demonstrates an ability to follow detailed instructions with a sense for scientific method Minimum Requirements
- B.S./B.A. in science (biology or life sciences) with 3 years direct laboratory animal work experience, or Associate degree, or equivalent, in science with at least 4 years of direct laboratory animal work experience, or six years of direct laboratory animal work experience without a college science degree, or equivalent combination of related education and required work experience will be considered with management approval.
- Minimum two years' experience in as a vet technician in general practice or research facility with experience in an operating room environment, post-op care or animal triage
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or equivalent preferred.
- AALAS certification or commitment to attaining certification within 18 months of start date. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
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