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Research Assistant, Animal Outcomes
Job Description
The Research Assistant will support preclinical studies at all stages through the execution of cardiac, behavioral, and muscle-based functional outcomes to characterize rodent models and assist in testing drug efficacy. The Research Assistant must multitask with a strong ability to communicate, stay organized, and document in accordance with GLP. Outcomes must be performed in accordance with SOPs and per study specifications. The Research Assistant will need to follow instructions and at times work independently. Additionally, proficiency in rodent handling is required.
Hours are 8am-4pm, M-F
Responsibilities
- Execute functional outcomes including open-field assessment, grip strength, gait analysis, plethysmography, ECG, etc.
- Support Animal Outcomes staff in setting up and performing outcomes, including quality checking and inputting data.
- Assist in ordering and stocking inventory, and perform routine equipment cleaning and maintenance.
- Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Study Protocols.
- Document with strict adherence to Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
- Handle rodents humanely and confidently.
Essential Skills
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Work Environment
This is a lab environment where you will spend most of your day working with animals, with some time spent working at a desk. The facility is a brand-new, state-of-the-art establishment within a growing startup company in cell / gene therapy manufacturing.
This role will begin as a 12 month contract, with potential to become permanent (if desired). The ideal candidate would be looking for a long term opportunity with the company.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00 / hr.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through :
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $20 - $22
