RESEARCH SPECIALIST I

Hiring Department

Molecular Microbiology & Immunology

Job Description

Animal colony organization, breeding and puppy care, maintenance, and experimentation

In vivo & in vitro experimentation, including serum and tissue collection and various cellular/molecular techniques

Genotyping by PCR.

Quantification of blood biomarkers.

Assistance in surgical procedures and anesthesia.

Organization and management of animal colony database, protocols, and records.

Communicate/coordinate with OAR, ACQA, ACUC, and researchers.

Write periodic reports.

Must be willing to work with both canine tissue and samples and to handle and work with live dogs.

Salary

Salary Range: $15.75 - $27.42 hourly

Grade: GGS - 007

University Title: RESEARCH SPECIALIST I

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Shift

Monday – Friday

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Graduation from a two-year accredited Veterinary Technician program or an equivalent or higher combination of education and experience.

Bachelor's degree in Veterinary or Animal Science or related field.

Prior experience working with research canines, puppy care, and animal breeding is desired but not required.

The current holder of a Missouri Veterinary technician license is desired but not required.

Prior experience in a research laboratory setting is desired. Proficiency with canine handling procedures is desired but not required.

Knowledge regarding canine general health, day-to-day animal care procedures, dog breeding and perinatal caring, puppy whelping, and sterilization are desired but not required.

Skills to monitor dog temperature, body weight, and other physiological signs (heart rate/rhythm, respiratory rate), grooming dogs, nail clipping, and manual puppy feeding are desired but not required.

Ability to assist with canine-related experiments, such as sterilized procedure setup, assistance with blood sampling, tissue sampling, and surgical procedure are desired but not required.

Able to learn genotyping by PCR.

Fluent in English and have excellent oral and written communication skills and computer skills. Able to write clear, concise reports, and use Excel and PowerPoint.

Able to work as a team member to solve problems, as well as independently.

Able to assist in training students, researchers, and laboratory staff in animal handling and sample collection.

Knowledge of anesthesia set-up, maintenance for surgical procedures, and drugs used for all aspects of anesthesia are desired but not required.

Good understanding of reading and interpreting electrocardiograms is desired but not required.

Ability to think clearly and logically during stressful situations requiring timely decision-making.

Application Materials

In addition to the Online Application, please provide Resume.

Columbia Missouri Information

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Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

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After careful consideration of COVID-19 virus trends and the overwhelming evidence of COVID-19 vaccine safety and effectiveness, the School of Medicine, along with MU Health Care, the Sinclair School of Nursing and the School of Health Professions, recently announced the decision to require COVID-19 vaccinations by Oct. 1, 2021, for all employees, unless granted a medical or religious exemption.

All new hires will be required to submit proof of vaccination prior to your start date. If you would like to request a medical or religious exemption, you must do so upon acceptance of employment so our team has time to review prior to your scheduled start date. You will not be allowed to begin work until you have submitted proof of vaccination or received an approved medical or religious exemption.

Thank you for helping us to create the safest environment possible for our colleagues, students and our patients by protecting yourself and others through COVID-19 vaccination.

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