Battelle’s founding mission “to translate scientific discovery and technology advances into societal benefit” is as relevant today as when we opened our doors over 90 years ago. Our science and technology enhance society's well-being and create critical innovations that drive scientific advances for the future. We conduct groundbreaking research and development, design and manufacture leading-edge products, and deliver critical services for commercial and government customers. Our work meets the needs of the nation when it matters most, and Battelle is committed to driving innovation today and for generations to come.
We are currently seeking a Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology (DART) Technician Specialist, located in West Jefferson, OH.
JOB SUMMARYBattelle’s Life Science Research is seeking a full-time technician to work first shift in Pathology with the expectation of working overtime, weekends (alternating), and rotating holidays. Core Expectations are:
- Performing necropsy examinations of rodents and large laboratory animals.
- Tissue trimming for microscopic examination, data recording and performing quality control reviews in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
- Routine Operation of various histology laboratory equipment.
- Tissue embedding, staining, microtomy, quality control of tissues, and tissue/slide inventory.
- Conducts standard and non-standard tasks working alone or under the close supervision and guidance of more experienced staff.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES- Understands and follows relevant Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Study Protocol requirements regarding all laboratory activities assigned.
- Carcinogen Use, Laboratory Animal Handling, National Toxicology Program (NTP) work, Personnel Air Purifying Respirator usage (including "dust mast" and PAPR), Blood borne Pathogen and/or Infectious Waste Handling.
- Uses proper record keeping to document work activities.
- Develops a good working knowledge of laboratory equipment and experimental procedures and applies this knowledge in the performance of assigned laboratory tasks.
- Reads assigned SOPs promptly to remain in compliance with Battelle policies and regulations and follows health and safety requirements that are posted or within relevant SOPs.
- May assist in other related areas to include: cage wash, chemistry, off-site pathology (BBRC) based on needs and skills.
THE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED- Associates degree in related field; 7 years of applicable experience; or high school diploma and 9 years of experience or Bachelors degree and 5 years experience.
- Prior experience working with DART prosection and fetal evaluation.
- May be expected to pursue various certifications or continuing educational units, as needed.
- Demonstrates the ability to solve complex problems.
- Exhibits technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills to complete complex assignments.
- Ability to generate and follow procedures of significant complexity.
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding behind applications by creatively troubleshooting and correctly interpreting results.
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding behind application by beginning to troubleshoot and interpret results.
- Performs complex analysis of data and provides input for reports.
- Uses established outlines for documenting results for inclusion in technical reports.
- Identifies specific ways to improve work processes for completing project and non-project tasks.
- Adhere to chemical agent, facility, and bio-facility safety requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to be organized, multitask, communicate effectively with a team and diverse individuals, and desire to learn new skills.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision.
- Sufficiently medically fit to do work in a lab wearing appropriate respiratory equipment and perform assigned duties.
- Must be willing to work in a biosafety level 2 (BSL2) and/or 3 (BSL3) environment and able to wear appropriate respiratory protection.
- Applicants for this position must be a U.S. person, as defined by U.S. export control laws. A U.S. person may include individuals that are U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawfully admitted permanent residents, or refugees and asylees.
- Must be willing to be immunized with licensed and FDA approved vaccines and medications recommended for persons at risk to occupational exposure of biological agents
- Must be willing to participate in periodic drug screening.
- Must be willing to work evening, weekend, and holiday hours.
- Newly hired employees are subject to a 90 day introductory period, during which their performance is evaluated by supervision.
Additional requirements may be requested at a future date:
- Must be US Citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a government security clearance.
- Ability to obtain/maintain certification in Chemical Personnel Reliability Program and/or Biological Personnel Reliability Program.
- Ability to obtain/maintain DoJ Security Risk Assessment (SRA) approval.
- Ability to obtain/maintain CDC Select Agent Program approval.
THE FOLLOWING IS DESIRED- Pathology and/or clinical pathology laboratory experience.
- 2 Years of more experience working on DART studies
LEGAL DISCLAIMERThe above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.
BENEFITS
Battelle’s competitive benefits program includes comprehensive medical and dental care, matching 401K, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and other benefits that help provide financial protection for you and your family.
Battelle provides employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.
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