Emory University

Animal Surgery Specialist - School of Medicine, Biomedical Engineering

Emory University$80K — $95K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in medical technology or biological, chemical, or physical science.
  • 5 years of related laboratory experience or equivalent combination of education and training.
  • Experience performing survival surgery on non-human primates and/or rodents.
  • Knowledge of IACUC requirements and regulatory compliance.
  • Proven ability to develop novel research techniques or procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Assist and perform survival surgeries on non-human primates and rodents under supervision.
  • Conduct protocol sample collections for histology and serologic tests.
  • Administer medication dosing and perform biopsies as required by protocols.
  • Maintain compliance records and animal use logs according to IACUC guidelines.
  • Coordinate animal procurement and procedures with multiple institutions.
  • Develop novel techniques to support investigators' needs.
  • Lead and manage scientific projects and training for team members.

Benefits

  • Involvement in complex research duties with opportunities for professional development.
  • Collaborative environment with access to Emory University and NIDDK resources.
  • Leadership roles in managing teams and scientific projects.
  • Potential for involvement in grant applications and personal research projects.
  • Focus on developing novel techniques and advancing scientific knowledge.
Full Job Description
Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:
  • Assists/performs survival surgery on non-human primates and/or rodents with relative independence under the supervision of the relevant Principal Investigators.
  • Performs protocol sample collections of blood, body fluids and tissue and processes for histology, nucleic acid procurement and serologic tests.
  • Performs protocol related medication dosing, biopsies, and diagnostic studies for non-human primates and/or rodents.
  • Maintains animal records in keeping with applicable IACUC requirements and supervises the record keeping of research specialists and students.
  • Maintains a record of all procedures, animal use, protocol compliance and integrity of the animal database.
  • Coordinates animal procurement and procedures, acting as liaison between Emory University, NIDDK and other agencies.
  • Develops novel techniques/procedures to support needs arising from investigators.
  • Consults with Veterinarians/Veterinary Technicians and other lab personnel. Performs related responsibilities as required.

Additionally, the individual will perform complex research duties and has documented scientific achievements and increased technical, management, leadership, and professional expertise necessary to advance translational and/or basic research programs. Demonstrate increased responsibility through management of teams and leadership of scientific projects by applying advanced knowledge, skills, and input necessary for protocol development, as well as facilitating some training aspects for other team members. Oversee quality assurance of research conducted by other team members. May assist in grant and other funding applications as necessary and appropriate, or, with approval of the responsible faculty director, have their own research project.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in medical technology or a biological, chemical or physical science and five years of related laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of experience, education and training.

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

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About Emory University

Emory University is a private research university in Atlanta, Georgia. The university was founded in 1836 as Emory College and has since grown into a leading research institution with nine academic divisions. Emory University is known for its liberal arts college, professional schools, and biomedical research. The university has a diverse student body and offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs. Emory University is consistently ranked among the top 25 universities in the United States and is a member of the Association of American Universities.
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