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Description for Job:   IRC26163
Lab Research Technician
Medicine - 4224H - VAMC Research
Location:  New Orleans, LA
Summary
The Lab Research Technician in the Neuroscience Laboratory in the Department of Medicine will be responsible for performing experiments involving rodent surgical, behavioral, and immunohistochemical studies. The candidate should be able to work independently under minimal supervision and maintain the equipment and supplies required for these studies.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Ability to perform meticulous laboratory work with careful attention to detail, and in strict adherence to the Standard Operating Procedures and approved animal protocols.
• Familiarity with animal research work including intravenous surgeries, rodent handling, and behavioral testing, preferably in the field of pain and opioid use disorder such as self-administration experiments.
• Able to collect and analyze data
• Strong organizational skills, good judgement, and ability to work independently.
SPECIAL REQUIRED ABILITY FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES:
Ability to complete and pass successfully the required occupational health screening referenced in the University’s Animal Handler Health Surveillance Program on an annual basis. 
REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECK, PHYSICAL, AND DRUG SCREENING FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES:
Selected candidates must complete and pass a background check and an occupational health screening as a condition of employment. For identified jobs, a drug screening will also be required. The background investigation, required occupational health screening, and any required drug screening will be conducted after a conditional employment offer has been extended.
Required Education and/or Experience
• Bachelor’s degree and one year of related experience
Preferred Qualifications
• A Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Neuroscience
• One year of work experience with rodents
• Familiarity with basic computational tools such as Microsoft Excel, Word, etc.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
Compensation Information
This position is classified as "non-exempt, hourly" and is assigned to pay grade 23. Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay . See our Candidate Resources to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect.
How to Apply
 
This position will close on the date it is filled
 
Please Note: Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID-19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots.
 
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