Study Technician I

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GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
To collect, document, and manage pertinent data including animal observations, test material administration, and clinical sample collection in compliance with appropriate SOPs, GLPs, and regulatory agency guidelines. To monitor animal health and help maintain facilities for AAALAC compliance.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
Learns how to determine and document clinical observations, body weight data, food consumption data environmental data, and other data on the appropriate data collection system (or by hand when necessary).
Learns how to interpret a protocol.
Learns study management, data organization, QA audit response, internal and external client communication skills, and quality check procedures.
Learns how to ensure that a study is conducted according to protocol, SOPs and government regulations.
Learns how to perform basic dosing techniques and restraint procedures.
Maintains animal rooms and equipment in compliance with GLP and AAALAC requirements.
Learns commonly used clinical sampling techniques. Learns how to process and package biological samples for shipment to client.
Recognizes deviations from expected results and takes appropriate action.
Recommends modifications in test methods or procedures.
Able to adapt techniques to new procedures or particular needs as directed.
Effectively schedules multiple assignments.
Maintains well documented laboratory records according to GLPs. Reviews own data and identifies potential problems.
May train and instruct less experienced staff.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

SPECIAL FACTORS:
Overtime and weekend work as required.
Mandatory immunizations and screening as required.
Requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds; frequent lifting throughout the day; prolonged standing; extended hand manipulation, including but not limited to, grasping and holding.
May work with potentially hazardous substances not limited to known /potential teratogens or carcinogens and/or radiolabeled test materials.
Work may require PPE (personal protective equipment).

Qualifications
Bachelor degree in Life Sciences, Associate degree in Laboratory Animal Technology, or Associate degree in Veterinary Technology with 0 - 2 years of related experience.

0-2 years of related experience.



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