Research Associate - Animal Surgical Technician

The Alaka'ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOC) is looking for a Research Associate-Animal Surgical Technician to provide research support administration services for our government customer located in Fort Sam Houston, Texas.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist and/or perform acute and recovery surgeries in small and large animals using sterile techniques

Collect physiological data (e.g. blood pressure, heart rate, muscle strength)

Perform cut downs for the placement of arterial and venous catheters in small and large animals

Set-up, maintain and calibrate electronic physiological devices with PC based data acquisition and control systems

Provide daily assessments on small and large animals and administer analgesics

Euthanize animals, dissect, and harvest tissues and process them for histology, specified bioassays, and storage

Perform routine molecular biology assays (e.g., RT-PCR, Western Blot)

Perform microscopic analysis using multiple microscopy techniques such as, but not limited to fluorescence and confocal microscopy

Maintain and organize digital archive of photomicrographs

Perform general microbiological and cell culture methods

Performs data collection, management, and analysis for preparation for publication

Maintains laboratory notebooks

Track and maintain inventory of tissue samples

Maintains organization of laboratory areas, and maintains and order all pertinent supplies related to protocols

Assists in submitting manuscripts, posters and abstracts to relevant journals and meetings.

Order and provide animal handling of small and large animals including surgical preparation

Plans, organizes, and accomplishes assignments.

Coordinates work to ensure smooth operation, proper delivery of services, and effective customer support.

Contractor shall comply with all Department of Defense, U.S. Army, USAISR and other Governmental regulatory requirements with special emphasis on safety and security.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

A BS in a Biological Science, Chemistry, or related field is preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Must have at least one (1) year of related experience in biological research.

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Must have or be able to obtain a favorable National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI)

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries; a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are proud to state that we do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities under the 501(c)3 principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

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