Senior Research Technician

Senior Research Technician at Northern Bio

Location:

Muskegon, MI

The Senior Research Technician will engage in drug administration, anesthesia, sample collection, CNS access, and data review. The Senior Research Technician will hone skills in areas of problem solving, collaboration, and leadership while working closely with Supervisors on training initiatives for technical staff and assessment/implementation of new processes.

• Perform and assist with restraint, handling, and manipulation of animal species.
• Perform animal observations and monitoring to assess animal health during studies.
• Perform and assist with sample collection; may include but is not limited to blood draws (cephalic, jugular, femoral, ear vein, sublingual, submental, tail vein, subclavian, port, and catheter), CSF collection (lumbar taps, and port/catheter system), CM taps and urine/feces collection.
• Drug and test article calculations and administration; routes include but not limited to, ocular, topical, tablets, oral gavage, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intravenous, intrathecal, and intraperitoneal injections.
• Operate anesthesia machines and use short-term chemical restraint. May include anesthesia monitoring, vital sign monitoring, assessment of anesthetic depth, intubation, extubating, catheter placement and use of patient warming systems.
• Collect, record, and review data on paper and/or in an electronic laboratory information management system (LIMS) in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Utilize non-aseptic and aseptic technique with surgical site preparation.
• Perform humane euthanasia as necessary.
• Perform physical testing such as FOB’s, ECG’s, telemetries, and functional recovery assessments.
• Proficient in data review and editing for GLP compliance.
• Serve as Lead Point Technician on studies and maintain/review study books.
• Be subject matter expert (SME) in animal research functions and train others in tasks related to study functions.
• May collaborate with supervisor to develop and improve on training expectations and processes for research staff.
• May collaborate with supervisor to develop new function methods and procedures along with SOP collaboration involvement.
• Provide leadership and serve as main contact for technical staff in the absence of supervisor.
• Perform other training or duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma/GED required, bachelor’s degree preferred. Relevant area of study ideal.
• Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience required.
• LAT Certification Preferred
• Proficient in data review for GLP compliance.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office core applications and the ability to learn and use additional applications.

• Decision Making/Problem Solving
• Team Player
• Coachable
• Time Management Skills
• Adaptable
• Ability to Multi-Task
• Ability to Work in a Fast-Paced Environment

• This role works predominately in a laboratory setting. There will be exposure to animal pathogens and chemicals. There will be handling of and/or exposure to animal tissues and zoonotic organisms.
• Ability to don and wear personal protective gear, including N95 respirators.
• Physical activity includes lifting (up to 50lbs), carrying (up to 40lbs for up to 50 feet), pushing/pulling (up to 75lbs force), reaching, gripping/pinching, standing, and ascending a ladder without restriction.
• Ability to work beyond typical work schedule including but not limited to evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts with short notice.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Research Services