Veterinary Technical Lead
3 weeks ago
If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.
**Candidate hired will be eligible for a one-time sign on bonus of $3,000.00**
DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serve as behavior subject matter expert and provide behavioral technical support to include proper work methods and initiating behavioral technical support.
Perform tasks along with other contractor employees and set pace performing non-supervisory behavioral work.
Coordinate technical support in performing daily behavioral and enrichment work assignments in all containment levels, to include non-containment for Old and New World NHPs (Non-Human Primates), ferrets, rabbits, pigs, and rodents and perform all basic tasks competently and without supervision.
Assessing nonhuman primate pair stability and performing detailed nonhuman primate assessments, and rabbit and pig assessments. Close visual attention is necessary in most of the work and is the candidate's responsibility to inform the TPOC and veterinarians of abnormalities, changes, etc., in animal conditions.
Coordinate weekly food enrichment requests from multiple sections.
Pair macaques and when possible other nonhuman primate species and pigs.
Review and modify SOPs and practices to ensure state of the art social and non-social enrichment is provided to all species.
Operate medical and research equipment to protect laboratory personnel and other animals from infection by organisms and handling animals by appropriate procedures to protect coworkers from bites and scratches.
Perform standard veterinary procedures without assistance or supervision, to include surgical site preparation, administration of medications or other substances by injection, orally, or topically, assisting placing intravenous catheters, intubating, anesthetizing animals using injectable or gas anesthetics, anesthetic monitoring and euthanasia.
Providing assistance in surgical procedures, collection, storage, and proper submission of blood and other bio samples, creating entries in medical records (to include Good laboratory Practices (GLP) compliant entries), conduct of health checks/physical exams, and performance of handling and restraint of animals.
Review behavioral and enrichment schedules, SOPs, and other technical documents and plans, based on scientific data and veterinarian direction; provide daily oversight with coordination from TPOCs and/or NCOIC of sections.
Responsible for various logistical tasks including: receipt, storage, and maintenance of inventories, an accounting for all logistical supplies, reporting discrepancies of receipt immediately to the TPOC, or Chief VMD.
Monitor certificates/maintenance dates on medical equipment.
Provide training relative to animal behavior management or health care/technical care.
Upon acceptance into BPRP and authorized by the Division BPRP Approval Authority/Biosafety Division, the contract employee shall enter ABSL-3 and ABSL-4 areas to perform duties and/or personnel supervision, training, and ensure QA/QC regularly unless otherwise restricted by the CMA (Certifying Medical Authority) or the Division BPRP Approval Authority.
Clean and decontaminate all working areas and equipment IAW applicable SOP upon completion and applies biological safety procedures in the handling and disposal of animal carcasses, waste, and tissues.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
HS Diploma
LAT certification or higher level of certification, as defined by the American Association of Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS), is required prior to or within six (6) months starting work on this Task Order.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum three (3) years in a research setting, of technical experience with nonhuman primate social housing (Macaques preferred),
Proficient in pairing Macaques in a research setting
Proficient in assessing pair stability
Proficient in performing detailed nonhuman primate behavior assessments.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Experience in animal technical care and support for Macaques and African Green monkeys
Experience with Good Laboratory Practice experience is required.
REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance.
Must meet the Controlled Substance Personnel Reliability Program (CS-PRP) requirements in accordance with Army Regulation 190-51, as well as the Biological Personnel Reliability Program (BPRP) and Select Agent requirements in accordance with Army Regulation 190-17.
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. Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. 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.
For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com
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