Life Science Research Professional 2

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 
•  Experience managing or supporting a mouse colony in an academic research setting, including coordination with lab members to support experimental needs.
•  General background in a scientific discipline related to the laboratory’s research focus (e.g., neuroscience, biology, physiology, or a related field).
•  Familiarity with animal research compliance requirements (e.g., APLAC/IACUC), including supporting protocol documentation, personnel training records, or inspections.
•  Experience with laboratory chemical safety practices, including maintaining chemical inventories, safety documentation, and participating in routine lab inspections.
•  Experience supporting day-to-day laboratory operations in a research or teaching environment, such as maintaining laboratory stock, coordinating routine equipment maintenance, or providing general lab support.
•  Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and administrative personnel in a collaborative academic research environment.
•  Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks or projects in a complex and technical setting.
•  Effective written and verbal communication skills, including communicating with vendors, core facilities, or university support offices as needed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):  Bachelor's degree in related scientific field and two years of relevant work experience; or Master’s degree in a related scientific field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

•    Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles. 
•    General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.
•    Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.
•    Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
•    Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance is essential. 
•    Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES: N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
•    Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write by hand, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing over 40 pounds. 
•    Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach and work above shoulders, sort and file paperwork or parts. 
•    Rarely climb, scrub, sweep, mop, chop and mix or operate hand and foot controls. 
•    Must have correctible vision to perform duties of the job.
•    Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours.
•    Ability to lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
•    Ability to work in a dusty, dirty, and odorous environment.
•    Position may require repetitive motion.
•    Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

*- Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

•    May require working in close proximity to blood borne pathogens.
•    May require work in an environment where animals are used for teaching and research.
•    Position may at times require the employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present. Specific hazards include, but are not limited to, chemicals, pesticides, and solvents, allergens, blood bourn pathogens.
•    Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, and possibly a respirator. 
•    May require extended or unusual work hours based on research requirements and business needs.
•    May be exposed to radiation or electromagnetic fields.