Job Information
Inotiv, Inc. Research Technician II in Fort Collins, Colorado
Research Technician II Location : Location
US-CO-Fort Collins ID
2024-4618
Category Research and Science
Type Full Time - Permanent Overview
The Research Technician is responsible for ensuring proper study conduct while maintaining the well-being of animals in accordance with all standard operating procedures (SOPs), applicable state and federal regulations, as well as guidelines set forth by the veterinary team.
Responsibilities
General Duties
Perform periodic review of all applicable SOPs to ensure accuracy and confirm procedures are being performed according to SOPs. Participate in SOP writing, reviews, and revisions, as needed Complete training requirements as assigned and maintain appropriate training documentation Maintain compliance with all policies and procedures Ensure compliance with GLPs, USDA, AAALAC, OLAW and other applicable regulations In-life Study Conduct Study protocol and notebook review prior to study initiation Dose animals by a variety of routes (including but not limited to: ocular, oral capsule, oral gavage, dermal, SC, IM, IV, IP or intra-articular) Collect and process biological samples, as needed and trained (including but not limited to: blood, synovial fluid, urine or feces) Collect body weights or feed consumption weights Perform pre-operative procedures including but not limited to: pre-medication, inducing anesthesia, installing catheters, prepping surgical/injection sites, etc. Monitor anesthetized animals during surgical or non-surgical procedures Aseptic patient and surgical field preparation Assist in surgical procedures as needed Post-operative recovery, monitoring and care of animals that are used in recovery surgical procedures Surgery instrument preparation and sterilization Keep accurate records of use of medications and controlled substances Euthanize animals and assist with or perform necropsy procedures Complete appropriate raw data records Other procedures as described in the study protocol or defined by SOPs Assist with stocking supplies, maintain an adequate inventory of supplies, monitor supplies for expiration, and notify appropriate employee of items that need to be ordered Perform other duties as assigned Clinical observations and treatments Perform daily clinical observations of the animals and their pens/cages to assure the well-being, health, and sanitation of the cages is adequate Perform in-life study activities, including but not limited to: post-operative monitoring, pain and lameness scoring, sample collection, and observations for adverse effects following administration of the test artic Complete appropriate entries into the electronic data collection system or paper records as needed including study procedures, and morbidity or mortality reports Administer treatments Primary technician
Responsible for ensuring all procedures are being followed and completed as defined by study protocol and SOPs Attend prestudy meetings to understand the core concept of the study and communicate with the study director on all applicable forms Be the primary contact for the assigned study Prepare study notebook as assigned Ensure study activities are complete and accurate Review study raw data on a regular basis and at the end of the study Equipment owner (As assigned)
Ensure all equipment is in working order. Contact proper repair service as needed. Schedule the appropriate preventative maintenance services needed. Maintain paper file for all assigned equipment
Qualifications
Critical Success Factors Good organizational skills and detail oriented. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work with personnel at all levels of the organization. Must have the ability to work independently as well as a team environment. Demonstrates the ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks in a high energy, fast paced environment. Exhibits accuracy and adaptability perfo ming laboratory operations, some of which may be difficult and/or non-routine. Proficient in the use of a computer to compile and maintain simple data, spreadsheets, checklists and reports for records and inventory, utilizing the appropriate software. Exhibits an aptitude for quality, an eye for detail, the ability to follow written instructions and work with a minimum of supervision.