In Vivo Technologist I or II (3168) Job in Sacramento 95838, California US

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, non-profit organization focusing on mammalian genetics research to advance human health. Join our team of more than 1,300 employees in conducting genetic research and providing scientific services and genetic resources to laboratories around the world. Make a direct contribution to better human health whether employed in our research, resource or administrative areas. Access career development and employee training opportunities that are paramount to our growth and success. Enjoy an excellent benefits package that goes well beyond standard medical and dental care.

Description

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, non-profit organization focusing on mammalian genetics research to advance human health.  Join our team of more than 1, 300 employees in conducting genetic research and providing scientific services and genetic resources to laboratories around the world.  Make a direct contribution to better human health whether employed in our research, resource or administrative areas.  Access career development and employee training opportunities that are paramount to our growth and success.  Enjoy excellent benefits package that goes well beyond standard medical and dental care.

The In Vivo Technologist I or II is an integral part of the the In Vivo Laboratory at our Sacramento Facility.  The incumbent will work under minimal supervision to routinely complete the complex routine tasks associated with the goals of a research project.  Best practices and standard processes in daily work which support efficiencies, quality, safety with a customer service focus.  Basic lab animal handling skills.  General lab sanitation. Provide support in areas of basic animal care, husbandry, environmental maintenance, and disinfection/sanitation throughout the In Vivo Lab.  Consistently providing timely, proactive animal welfare support to alert management of environmental or unexpectedly/adverse study related observations directly impacting the animals.  Supporting studies assigned to the team by consistently executing to the protocol and associated SOP's.  Identifying and using relevant self-help, Web-based resources to further their scientific knowledge of the studies.  Performing special assignments as needed which vary in complexity, duration and business impact.

Required Skills

The ideal candidate will possess effective problem-solving skills to address and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.  Capable of managing time and prioritizing competing demands.  Must be detailed oriented, self-motivated and have excellent written and oral communication skills.  Must have the ability to learn new techinques. Proficient in basic bio-methods; strong working knowledge of advanced biomethods beyond dosing and blood collection.

Required Experience

Operate independently when handling routine lab tasks (supply handling, cage changing, environmental checks, animal welfare, etc.) Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel - must be able to create and manipulate documents for different studies as necessary for analysis, data sharing, etc. Be familiar with mouse handling, dosing (i.e., IP, IM, PO, SC and IV), blood collection (IV, cardiac, and retro-orbital), tissue collection, and basic surgical skills and aseptic techniques.  Have reached proficiency achieved through a four-year B.S./B.A. degree in life sciences or equivalent combination of education and experience (1-3 years mouse handling experience).

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