Research Support Technician, North Carolina

Actual Job Title: Research Support Technician

Job Duties:

" Support for on-site, field-testing and assay execution for applied science activities under the direction of the Project lead. This includes but is not limited to test preparation, test participation, and test cleanup.

" Data collection, organization, and reporting: Record, calculate and maintain detailed records of experimental data in accordance with GLP or GCP.

" Basic computer and application skills: Have a basic understanding and the ability to use Microsoft Suite including MS Office, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS SharePoint, and MS Outlook.

" At times candidate will work in a fast-paced environment that may involve multiple projects and/or tasks that requires enthusiasm and adaptability.

" At times candidate will work in a slow-paced environment that may require the ability to take initiative and have self-motivation.

" Work efficiently in both independent as well as team settings.

Job Requirements:

" Experience in animal handling and/or with animal models.

" Experience and success with multiple veterinary procedures in a research environment.

" Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills in a complex, multiple variable, applied science environment.

" High attention to detail.

" Good communication skills to work in an interdisciplinary environment.

" Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

" Endure long periods of sitting, standing, walking and/or repetitive motions.

" Ability to travel within state.

" Ability to work non-standard working hours (e.g., early morning or late-night work) with a potential for overnight work.

Qualifications:

" Recent graduate with a degree in BS Poultry Science or Animal Science OR a student currently pursuing BS Poultry Science or Animal Science.

" Between 30-40 hours per week with a flexible schedule to accommodate current students.

Must have less than 2-years of experience.

" Ability to work at field locations under supervision.

Familiarity with biological or chemistry laboratory procedures.

Other information:

Candidate may be asked to drive a company vehicle ~1/4 of a mile, from one site to another, to transport supplies ( however this is not a requirement of the role).