Translational Research Technician; Animal & Bench Laboratory Studies

• 650 E Indian School Rd, RS151B, Phoenix, AZ 85012

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, per year

AVREF is an equal opportunity employer.

“I joined a research trial because I want to help others. First, I served in the military. Now, I serve by participating in the Million Veterans Program.”