Research Technician

North Carolina State University, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
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Posting Details
Job Posting Information


Posting Number PG193991SP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Research Technician
Anticipated Hiring Range $45,000 - $48,000, Commensurate Upon Education and Experience
Work Schedule 7am - 3:30pm with weekend and holiday rotations
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department Biological Resources Facility
About the Department
The Biological Resources Facility provides a centralized site for the humane care of research animals while accommodating the research and teaching needs of faculty members at NC State, researchers from private industry, and other governmental agencies under conditions required by local and federal regulatory agencies. Please visit our Sciences Strategic Plan and the College of Sciences Culture Charter to learn more about the College of Sciences.
NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem-solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State’s land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution’s mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university.
Essential Job Duties
This position will provide direct animal care and handling for a variety of species of laboratory animals, including guinea pigs, mice, rats, voles, frogs, and fish. Research Support to include, but not limited to, breeding and colony management.
Duties include:
  • Animal care and husbandry of a variety of species, including mice, rats, fish, frogs, and voles which includes daily observations and treatments as necessary.
  • Oversight and disinfection of environmental conditions for animal rooms and support areas in the assigned animal facilities.
  • Report and document changes, including animal health, diet, and environment.
  • Utilize/mix chemicals necessary for sanitation of rooms and equipment.
  • Daily observation of all assigned animals and documentation of those observations, along with daily room maintenance and animal log documentation.
Other Responsibilities
  • Animal care and husbandry of a variety of species including mice, rats, voles, frogs and fish.
  • Daily care and observations of assigned animals which includes cage changes, and provision of food and water.
  • Oversight of environmental conditions for animal holding rooms and support areas. Research support which may include tissue and blood collection, weighing, research related observations and breeding support.
  • Sanitization and maintenance of caging and other animal related supplies. Documentation of all completed tasks.
  • Review of applicable approved animal care and use research protocols to ensure compliance.

Qualifications


Minimum Experience/Education
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Other Required Qualifications
  • Skilled in the laboratory animal sciences field and experience performing laboratory animal-related duties.
  • Husbandry and handling of various laboratory animal species with an emphasis on rodents and zebrafish.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations 


Note: This position involves standing for long periods of time.
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Required License or Certification
  • American Associate for Laboratory Science (AALAS) technician certification or ability to obtain certification within 18 months of start date.
Valid NC Driver's License required Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions


Job Open Date 05/13/2024
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 05/17/2024
Notice to Applicants
Special Instructions
Please include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for professional references.

Position Details


Position Number 00110807
Position Type SHRA
Position Classification Band Title Research Technician
Position Classification Band Level Journey
Position Classification Salary Range $ 34,320 - $ 72,734
Salary Grade Equivalency GN06
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Medical Emergencies
Time Limited Position No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id 170522 - Biological Resources Facility
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected] .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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