Aquatics Research Technician
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
The Stowers Institute for Medical Research has an opening for a full-time Research Technician in the Zebrafish Facility.
Responsibilities Include:Providing routine care and husbandry of zebrafish including feeding, water exchanges, cleaning, and health monitoring.Developing and modifying standard operating procedures and practices which promote high-quality, cost-effective operation of the facility.Interacting with faculty, staff, researchers, and other teams to provide high quality, responsive animal care services.Monitoring supply and equipment inventory to sustain day-to-day operations.Maintaining accurate records including room logs, health reports, animal census, and other records as required.Preparing for all regulatory inspections.
Prior experience with aquatic animals and a basic understanding of system maintenance relating to aquaculture systems is preferred. Weekend and Holiday work will be required.
Minimum Requirements:Associate degree in any of the life sciencesBasic computer skills and a working knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.Self-motivation, excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work closely with other team members.
To ApplySubmit the requested documents to careers@stowers.org or to Administration Department, Stowers Institute for Medical Research, 1000 E 50th Street, Kansas City, MO 64110.
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