HS Research Tech 3 -Ortho Microsurgery Lab

This position is for
Microsurgery Lab Technologist who will be teaching Graduates from various
surgical disciplines on how to perform repair of structures at the 1mm
diameter. The ideal candidate will perform a range of standard to moderately
advanced and complex research assignments, under detailed and controlled
protocol parameters, in a health sciences laboratory, clinical, and/or field
research setting. Conducts a variety of tests and procedures of an advanced,
technically complex nature; prepares data, samples, and/or specimens, and sets
up and operates moderately complex and/or advanced laboratory equipment.
Independently conducts assignments and provides initial summary analyses to
investigators; may provide specific guidance and training to entry-level
technicians and/or interns.

HS Research Tech 3
-Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates the setup, execution, and quality control
  of routine to complex scientific experiments, tests, and/or field studies,
  within general protocol parameters
• Independently compiles, manipulates, and analyzes
  research data and prepares preliminary reports, summary analyses, and
  interpretations of results for investigators.
• Selects, modifies, and/or adapts equipment or
  procedures to specific project requirements; may participate in the design
  of routine experiments and/or testing instruments and procedures.
• Participates or provides input as appropriate into the
  development and/or coordination of specific research and/or data analysis
  protocols.
• Oversees and coordinates the utilization and
  maintenance of research facilities, equipment, and supplies.
• Teaches, instructs, and/or updates others in laboratory
  research techniques and equipment usage.
• May provide functional direction to consultants and
  lower level technicians on assigned work.
• Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection
  control methods.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• For individual positions in which driving is a job requirement, a valid NM driver's license and valid UNM driver's permit will be required.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Annual TB testing may be required if working in a patient care area.

High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred qualifications:

• Animal
  handling experience (rats).
• Drug
  injection experience.
• Microscopy
  experience.
• Surgical
  experience.
• Lab
  management skills.
• Familiarity
  with orthopedics.
• Ability
  to use Topaz system protocol for managing Microsurgery animal laboratory
  procedures.
  
  

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visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

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