Research Support Technician

Company: GTT, LLC
Location: Durham
Posted on: May 24, 2023

Job Description:

Research Support Technician

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• Contract Duration 6+ months
  
  
  Job Duties:
  
  
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  • Support for on-site, field-testing and assay execution for applied science activities under the direction of the Project lead.
    
  • This includes but is not limited to test preparation, test participation, and test cleanup.
    
  • Data collection, organization, and reporting: Record, calculate, and maintain detailed records of experimental data in accordance with GLP or GCP.
    
  • Basic computer and application skills: Have a basic understanding and the ability to use Microsoft Suite including MS Office, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS SharePoint, and MS Outlook.
    
  • At times a candidate will work in a fast-paced environment that may involve multiple projects and/or tasks that requires enthusiasm and adaptability.
    
  • At times candidates will work in a slow-paced environment that may require the ability to take initiative and have self-motivation.
    
  • Work efficiently in both independent as well as team settings.
    
    
    Job Requirements:
    
    
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    • Experience in animal handling and/or with animal models.
      
    • Experience and success with multiple veterinary procedures in a research environment.
      
    • Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills in a complex, multiple-variable, applied science environment.
      
    • High attention to detail.
      
    • Good communication skills to work in an interdisciplinary environment.
      
    • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
      
    • Endure long periods of sitting, standing, walking, and/or repetitive motions.
      
    • Ability to travel within the state.
      
    • Ability to work non-standard working hours (e.g., early morning or late-night work) with a potential for overnight work.
      
      
      Qualifications:
      
      
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      • Recent graduate with a degree in BS Poultry Science or Animal Science OR a student currently pursuing BS Poultry Science or Animal Science.
        
      • Between 30-40 hours per week with a flexible schedule to accommodate current students.
        
      • Must have less than 2 years of experience.
        
      • Ability to work at field locations under supervision.
        
      • Familiarity with biological or chemistry laboratory procedures.
        
        
        Other information:
        
        
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        • Candidate may be asked to drive a company vehicle -1/4 of a mile, from one site to another, to transport supplies (this is not a requirement of the role).
          
          
          Benefits:
          
          
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          • Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
            
          • 401k Retirement Fund
            
            
            About the Company
            
            
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            • As the world's leading animal health company, our client is driven by a singular purpose: to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. After 70+ years of innovating ways to predict, prevent, detect, and treat animal illness, they continue to stand by those raising and caring for animals worldwide - from livestock farmers to veterinarians and pet owners. The company's leading portfolio and pipeline of medicines, vaccines, diagnostics, and technologies make a difference in over 100 countries. A Fortune 500 company, they generated revenue of $7.8 billion in 2021 with -12,100 employees.
              
            • Our client's Colleagues foster a "run it like you own it" mindset and know their decisions and actions make a direct impact on our business and our customers. They have a highly collaborative culture and work across the business as one team to get results that matter.
              
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