What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Specialist II position at University of Missouri?
Hiring Department
The Department of Medical Pharmacology and Physiology, University of Missouri
Job Description
The Department of Medical Pharmacology and Physiology, University of Missouri invites applications for a Research Specialist II position as a Rodent Specialist.
Job Duties:
Managing mouse/rat colonies, including tasks such as providing special diets and water, setting up breeding pairs, weaning, and performing toe/tail clipping for genotyping.
Conducting procedures on mice/rats, such as drug injections, echocardiograms, exercise studies, blood pressure measurements, minor surgeries, euthanasia, and tissue harvesting.
Analyzing experimental results and writing result report.
Handling general lab management tasks, including ordering supplies, completing institutional and vendor paperwork, and maintaining laboratory equipment.
Supervising and training graduate and undergraduate students, as well as visiting students.
Shift
Shift Type: Monday through Friday 8am – 5pm
(Clinical) Office/Administrative Hours: Yes - Position will have Office/Admin Hours
Flexibility for Alternative Schedules: No
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Training: Experience working with small rodents. Prior experience working in a research laboratory.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Hiring Range: $19.00 - $26.00
Grade: GGS-008
University Title:RESEARCH SPECIALIST II
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application Materials
In addition to filling out the online application please provide a resume.
Community Information
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Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.
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Salary : $19 - $26
