Animal Research Specialist

The Animal Research Specialist will provide husbandry and surgical support for small animal research projects within the Chairman’s division of the Department of Surgery. The specialist will work with multiple PI groups to maintain mouse colonies, including weaning, tagging, and genotyping. The incumbent will also be trained in animal surgical procedures (including cecal ligation and puncture, liver ischemia/reperfusion, and hemorrhagic shock) and may be asked to assist with surgeries or to perform as the lead surgeon.This position requires excellent organization skills in order to manage a large animal colony and also to appropriately document surgical procedures and subsequent tissue collection. In addition to coordinating mouse colony management among several principal investigators, the individual will also be responsible for interfacing with surgical residents, students, and other lab personnel to complete support tasks for them as needed. The applicant should be highly motivated to learn, detail-oriented, able to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently.

Performs a variety of independent laboratory work and experiments such as determining experimental protocols and preparation of specimens and cultures. Prepares reports of findings subsequent to compilation and analyzation. Oversees specimen inventory. Develops documentation for publication; crafts manuscripts and grant proposals.

Must be fluent in English.Must be comfortable handling animals.Must have hand dexterity.

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