Animal scientist Jobs in College Station, TX

Job Description

The Research Technician I, under general supervision performs entry level, semi-skilled, technical support research work involving performance of routine tasks.

Responsibilities :

• Animal Husbandry : Performs husbandry duties daily for assigned conventional and specific pathogen free (SPF) research animal colonies.
• Animal Handling : Transports animals, caging equipment, feed, water, and bedding materials in assigned work area. Assists to coordinate shipping and receiving
• Colony Management : Assist to establish, breed, and maintain animal colony. Performs other duties as assigned.
• Observation and Record Keeping : Observes carefully for all laboratory animals in assigned work area. Reports any sick, injured or distressed animals to a supervisor. Records accurate daily observation of animals and environmental parameters.
• Conduct Laboratory Experiments :  Follows protocols and revises SOP as directed. Participates in experimental design. Operates laboratory equipment. Collects biological samples. Practices laboratory safety methods.
• Training : Follows established protocols and procedures and ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations and guidelines concerning quality assurance.
• Continued Education : Participates in training and continuing education activities as required by federal guidelines and accreditation standards. Attends staff meetings as required.

Education and Experience :

Preferred Experience and Experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Other Requirements :

Ability to lift moderately heavy objects. Ability to exert heavy force. Work beyond normal business hours and / or work on weekends.