Preclinical Technologist III

We are growing! The Jackson Laboratory (JAX) has expanded capacity at a new state-of-the-art preclinical facility located at Momentum Labs in Gainesville, Florida.

We are currently seeking passionate individuals who are eager to contribute to our mission and accelerate drug development by delivering translationally relevant preclinical services. If you're ready to make a difference and be part of a team that's at the forefront of preclinical drug development, JAX is the place for you. Our new facility offers an unparalleled opportunity to work with top-tier scientists, study directors, and researchers in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Join us at JAX and help shape the future of human health.

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The Preclinical Technologist III works under minimum supervision and possesses the ability to perform the highest level skills with considerable latitude for independent judgement. Major responsibilities include leading execution of crucial activities, demonstrating excellent stewardship of designated room space, teaching as a certified trainer on multiple techniques, improving processes, and developing new methods. As a project lead, the incumbent must be aware of all major study milestones and is capable of identifying risks, representing the team during meetings, and assisting in the scheduling of activities. The level III technologist must possess exceptional attitude and work ethic, with the fortitude to perform at the highest level under the most difficult and taxing circumstances.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Perform all basic, advanced, and specialized biomethods at the highest level of quality. Serve as the exemplary point of contact for demonstration and audits. Assist in new method development.
• Responsibilities includes successfully serve as the lead on studies, identify risks, and assist in scheduling of activities.
• Training – Train junior technologists as a certified trainer
• Process Improvement – Complete process improvement projects
• Room Stewardship – Organized and manage room space to ensure optimal work environment. Perform basic room sanitation, organize and restock lab spaces, and help the lab monitor equipment operational status. Take pride in the general stewardship of the In Vivo working environment
• Other duties as assigned

The wage range is $26.65 - $38.64 per hour. Pay will be determined based upon qualifications and experience.

There are 2 openings for this In Vivo Technologist III role.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, years of experienced considered as well in combination with other degrees with 3 or more years’ applicable work experience in a laboratory/animal care setting or all requirements for a Technologist III have been met. Previous mouse experience with dosing/sample collection is required.
• Capable of performing a wide range of animal biomethods, including dosing, blood and tissue collection, and other specialized techniques.
• Lab equipment operation experience, including using centrifuges, Pipettes, water baths, etc.
• In Vitro experience, such as mammalian cell culture and flow cytometry preferred.
• Chemical formulation experience preferred.
• Training and mentoring experience with exemplary attitude and work ethic.
• Demonstrated commitment on improving processes in order to provide exceptional efficiency, quality, and research execution.
• Demonstrated professional workmanship, resulting in adherence to laboratory, department and company policies, SOPs, and all matters relating to the integrity, quantity and quality of products and services.

About JAX:

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org​​​​​​​.

EEO Statement:

The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.