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Position : Biology Scientist
Location : Research Triangle Park, NC
Duration : 12 Months contract
Total Hours / week : 40.00
1st Shift
Client : Medical Device Company
Job Category : Research & Development
Level Of Experience : Mid-Level
Employment Type : Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens Or GC Holders Only)
Job Description :
Execute survival and non-survival laboratory animal studies, including keeping appropriate records concerning those studies, and maintaining the equipment and facilities necessary for the successful progression of the research program.
Place, maintain, and monitor animals under anesthesia while performing procedures.
Broad range of technical skills involving various procedures with large and small animals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Communicate with sponsors to plan and execute proposed testing
Assists with coordinating experiment efforts within the animal facility and external CROs
Uses imaging equipment (fluoroscope, ultrasound, CT, 3D scanner) to obtain images of test sites
Trains other technicians and staff members on use of imaging equipment.
Handle and restrain large animals (swine).
Maintain animals under anesthesia and conduct procedures to include; medical device operation, catheter placement, drawing and analyzing blood samples, preparing intravenous solutions, fluid injection / infusion, minor surgical procedures, monitoring animals recovering from anesthesia, tissue resection, and necropsy.
Responsible for execution of testing according to the established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and protocols, and maintaining compliance with relevant quality system requirements, including GLP.
Assist with writing and developing of new animal protocols and SOP’s.
Document data collected to include study reports and publications.
Engage in the development and execution of novel animal models and studies as well as the design and evaluation of new technologies for use in current and proposed studies.
Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Education : Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) or equivalent in biology / life sciences or related discipline.
Experience : 1 to 3 years related experience in a biological laboratory.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
Able to handle common laboratory species. Proficient in basic technical skills and the operation of data collection equipment.
Knowledge of federal regulations and guidelines relating to the care of laboratory animals.
Basic understanding of study design and protocols.
Computer literacy including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
Physical Demands :
Specific vision abilities required by this job include job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Employees must be able to lift, move, manipulate, and / or hold heavy objects up to and including 50 pounds; this includes work materials, equipment, and / or animals.
Must be able to perform procedures, which require, talking, hearing, standing or sitting for long periods of time, entering data into a computer, using appropriate instruments, reaching with hands and arms, working in narrow spaces, and wearing safety equipment (PPE) according to OSHA regulations and company standards.
Work Environment :
General laboratory working conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Works in a research environment, which requires use of sharp objects, working around mechanical parts, working with or near known or unknown toxic or caustic chemicals and / or biological hazards, exposure to fumes and airborne particles, noise levels are generally moderate.
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