Research Technician II (Animal)

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Job description

RESEARCH TECHNICIAN II

Fidelity Partners (Fidelity) is one of the fastest growing firms in the Inc. 5000 member companies. We are a United States Government and private sector contracting firm focused on DOD and DOJ mission support in medical, ancillary, logistics, and technology Solutions. Fidelity is committed to the highest levels of professional and ethical services in the market today and prides itself in cultivating long-term partners and relationships built on integrity, industry knowledge, customer service and our employee needs.

DESCRIPTION
Fidelity Partners is seeking a Research Technician II the Air Force Research Laboratory, the 711 HPW/RH is comprised of the Airman Systems Directorate (RH), the United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM) at Wright Patterson AFB.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains sanitation of cages and racks in experimental areas in accordance with all DoD, Federal and local regulations.
• Provide basic husbandry duties as well as prepare an enrichment schedule in accordance with all DOD, Federal and local regulations.
• Perform minor surgery and/or microsurgery on animals.
• Maintains records to comply with regulatory requirements. Knowledgeable of the requirements for AAALAC International accreditation.
• Collects experimental data from animals to include blood pressure, weight, blood analyses or other tests based off project support.
• Assist with statistical analysis of data as performs mathematical calculations as needed.
• Assists with developing standard operating procedures, maintain and document facility sanitation, ensure safety procedures are followed, documented and maintained.
• Inform the Facility Manager of issues that arise or need repair to maintain the required standards.
• Orders and maintains supplies for the laboratory.
• 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 to 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 and electronic databases of animal research protocols and their progress.
• Follow established research guidelines and policies for the animal care activities.
• Research regulations, compliance and guidelines with the Animal Care and Use Program.
• Provide quality control to the administrative area of the animal care program.
• Provide administrative support to the branch as well as other duties as assigned appropriate to the required functions of the research mission.
• Work a flexible schedule not to exceed 40 hours, this could include evenings, holidays and weekends.
• Provide support for the occupational health and safety programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree in a biological science with a minimum experience of at least three years in animal research.
• Possess the ability to effectively perform surgical preparations for multiple species.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Access, Power Point) and SharePoint.
• Physically able to stand for long periods of time and be able to carry equipment.
• Degree: Prefer an academic field related to health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position.
• Certification: Prefer certification by American Association Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS), Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT), or Laboratory Animal Technologist (LAT).
• Demonstrated experience performing some or all of the tasks within this PWS.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available
• Paid Sick Leave
• Fidelity paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Direct Deposit

We greatly appreciate your interest and look forward to your joining our team.

Fidelity Partners Medical Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or status as a veteran in accordance with applicable federal state, and local laws.
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Thank you for providing us your candidacy request we will review your background and qualifications to determine a potential match for this opportunity, if we determine you are a good fit one of our executive recruiters will contact you as soon as possible to discuss next steps, if you are not we will retain your information in our database for future opportunity.

Kindest Regards,
Fidelity Partners