Senior Research Technologist - Mouse Colony Management (1 year limited tenu at Mayo Career Site US

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Oct, 26

Salary

101212.8

Posted On

16 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mouse Colony Management, Animal Care, Breeding Colonies, Microchipping, IACUC Compliance, Cell Culture, Tissue Culture, Data Analysis, Experimental Design, Immunotherapy Research

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Independently sets up and performs experiments and procedures in support of lab goals and grant commitments (e.g. assays, cell/tissue culture, animal studies, etc.). Contributes to the planning, design and modification of studies and experiments in the research lab setting. Monitors results, reports unusual outcomes and suggests modifications. Collects, enters, summarizes, and analyzes data. May oversee and assist with the training of residents, fellows and temporary lab personnel in lab techniques. Works with minimal supervision and performs assignments independently as discussed and approved by Principal Investigator. Additional Information: This position is responsible for providing high‑quality care for mice utilized in a research program aimed to optimize immunotherapy of cancer. Duties include maintaining breeding colonies, weaning, microchipping, routine mouse handling, and daily health observations, as well as other animal care tasks as assigned. The individual must consistently follow established protocols in compliance with Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) guidelines. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while taking direction from multiple laboratory members. Previous hands-on experience with mouse handling is required. * This is a limited tenure position that has been approved for 1year that may have the possibility of extension or turning into a regular position. * This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship. We will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans [https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/] – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. Benefits Highlights * Medical: Multiple plan options. * Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage. * Vision: Affordable plan with national network. * Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses. * Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future. Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. [https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations] Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" [https://www.eeoc.gov/poster]. Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify [https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf] and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Responsibilities

The role involves independently performing experiments and managing mouse breeding colonies to support cancer immunotherapy research. Responsibilities include daily health observations, weaning, microchipping, and ensuring compliance with IACUC guidelines.