Research Services Associate

Job Summary:  The research services associate provides husbandry, facility and basic research support for the conduct of non-clinical studies.   Essential Functions: Follow and understand standard operating procedures, protocols, PharmOptima policies, and good documentation/laboratory practices. Perform various husbandry procedures, including but not limited to cleaning and sanitizing of vivarium space/cages/racks/equipment, operating cage washers, providing enrichment to animals, changing animal bedding, receiving/distributing deliveries, preparing shipments, and performing miscellaneous maintenance and custodial duties. Monitors and documents in vivo environmental conditions. Monitors animal health of various species. Feeding and watering animals. Monitors animal health of various species. May assist in the performance and documentation of dosing administration, blood collection, euthanasia, and tissue collections, including specialty tissue collections and tissue homogenization.  May assist in the performance and documentation of clinical observations of animals.  May assist in the performance of administrative duties such as data collection setup, collection tube setup, and data entry. Uses various equipment to carry out job responsibilities.     Job Qualifications:  General Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) required Exceptional written and oral communication and organizational skills. Must be able to come in contact with a variety of animal species. Ability to work weekends and holidays as required.   Physical Demands: Physical, Mental and workplace Environment Conditions Attention to detail regarding safety and accuracy of procedures performed. Ability to withstand repeated bending, stooping, and lifting.  May be exposed to animal allergens, blood, fluid, and excreta. Must be able to work with laboratory chemicals and reagents.  Ability to push, pull, or lift 50 pounds.   Working Conditions: Workplace Environment Conditions Position functions are performed in an office and laboratory environment.   Education and Experience: H.S. diploma. 1 years of experience in animal care setting and/or equivalent work experience preferred. Knowledge of animal husbandry guidelines to ensure adherence to standards set by USDA and AAALAC established protocols and procedures preferred. Experience in husbandry procedures including changing cages, feeding/watering, monitoring/observing, assessing health, maintaining daily room check logs, and recording environmental conditions preferred. Experience with good documentation and laboratory practices preferred. Experience in an accredited animal care facility and GLP compliance preferred.   We Offer: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Short and Long Term Disability Life Insurance Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time 401(k)   Visit us at https://www.pharmoptima.com/ Genesis Pharmoptima is an equal opportunity employer.