What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Research Technician position at JST?
Overview
JST is currently seeking a Veterinary Research Technician to join our team.
This is a full-time position located at Joint Base San Antonio Fort Sam in Houston, TX. JST offers a full benefit package, a collaborative work environment and strong company culture. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.
Veterinary Research Technician Responsibilities:
- Assist with necropsy; set up, collect and properly label biological samples, clean up and
properly document the procedures - Maintain sanitation of cages and racks in vivarium areas in accordance with all DoD,
Federal, and local regulations - Perform basic animal husbandry duties as well as prepare an animal environmental
enrichment schedule and provide the environmental enrichment in accordance with all
DOD, Federal and local regulations. - Perform minor surgery and/or microsurgery on laboratory animals.
- Maintain records to comply with regulatory requirements. Knowledgeable of the
requirements for AAALAC International accreditation. - Collect experimental data from animals to include blood pressure, weight, blood analyses
or other tests required as part of the protocol support.. - Assist with developing standard operating procedures, maintain and document facility
sanitation, ensure safety procedures are followed, documented and maintained. - Inform the Facility/Vivarium Manager of issues that arise or need repair to maintain the
required standards. - Order and maintain supplies for the vivarium.
- Create and revise research forms, provide forms and regulatory guidance to research staff
with guidance from the Attending Veterinarian (AV) and Branch Chief. - Schedule and organize internal and external inspections, maintain the tracker for
correction of deficiencies and provide a report to the AV as well as the Branch Chief. - Review animal subjects research protocols as well as related documents to ensure they
are followed as approved by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)
and Air Force policies. - Maintain records as well as electronic databases of animal research protocols, their
progress and perform animal inventory management functions. - Follow established research guidelines and policies for all animal care activities.
- Be knowledgeable of all regulations, compliance standards, and guidelines with regard to
the Animal Care and Use Program. - Provide quality control of the administrative areas of the Animal Care and Use Program.
- Provide administrative support to the branch as well as other duties as assigned
appropriate to the required functions of the research mission. - Perform animal health checks when required and alert veterinarians of any pertinent
animal health related issues.
Mandatory Qualifications:
- Associate's degree in a biological science with a minimum experience of at least three years in laboratory animal research or five years of hands-on animal medicine experience
- Possess the ability to effectively perform preparations for surgery as well as necropsy on multiple small and large animal species
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills both oral and written
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and SharePoint
- Physically able to stand for long periods of time and be able to carry 30lbs of equipment
- Able to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the research
Desired Qualifications:
- Degree: Preferred in an academic field related to animal sciences, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position.
- Certification: Preferred certification by American Association Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) or Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT)
- Prefer three years' experience working with non-human primates in a research setting
Required Clearances and Screenings
- Must be able to successfully pass a T1 background check
About Joint Strategic Technologies (JST)
No objective is beyond reach! Joint Strategic Technologies (JST) enables successful mission outcomes from the back office to the battlefield. Our team includes leading experts from military, government, and the private sector, all working together to help federal customers make a difference. Our goal is to Elevate the Impact that our employees have on our customers and treat every employee as a valued member of our team. JST empowers employees to make decisions and take action, thus improving overall organizational growth and employee development.
Culture isn't something you talk about. It's something you do. JST is committed to creating a positive environment 'that reaches beyond work and careers' to support every employee's professional and personal objectives. JST values the well-being of every employee and encourages healthy lifestyles, family activities and community involvement.
JST is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. JST will not tolerate discrimination or harassment.
