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Research Associate

Under close supervision, use established procedure to perform assigned tasks. Work will vary and some will be difficult in nature, usually involving some responsibility. Some evaluation, originality, or ingenuity is required. Obtain cooperation from others to achieve tasks. May supervise/train lower level colleagues in routine tasks.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
-Use technical expertise in laboratory procedures, embryo and bird handling, avian biology, and statistics to conduct experimental studies in an accurate and detailed manner. May support multiple project simultaneously.
-Prepare dosing solutions according to rigid aseptic techniques and other quality control requirements of laboratory procedures. Administer test compounds to experimental animals. Perform bird sampling and necropsy. Propagate and maintain research stock cultures.
-Learn, research, and perform quantitative assays as necessary. With assistance, research and identify new methods to answer experimental problems.
-Ensure all necessary laboratory supplies are on hand and ready for use (cleaned & autoclaved if necessary, or on order). Maintain, clean, and ensure proper calibration of laboratory equipment.
-Record, calculate, and maintain detailed records of experimental data in accordance with GLP or GCP. Summarize experimental results and prepare reports. Review, revise, and write SOPs as necessary.
-Write experimental protocols, coordinate, and perform experimental activities. Supervise the research activities and training and development of Student Interns or Research Assistants as required for above activities.
-With assistance, gather information to progress projects and to identify research models to investigate new poultry product candidates. Summarize information in written format.
-Perform and report relevant aspects of literature searches to research team. Develop, organize, and maintain product-related database information as required for potential products and research competitive intelligence.
-Attend research meetings and make contributions to research projects in progress. Present data internally.

-B.S. degree in Biological Science
-0-3 years related work experience
-Agricultural animal experience and knowledge of poultry diseases highly desirable
-Experience with animal handling and GLP/GCP desired
-Ability to perform research activities involving specialized laboratory equipment
-Ability to summarize experimental results
-Competent in written and oral communication
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
-Ability to lift up to 45 pound for brief periods

Working Conditions: Usual laboratory and office working conditions as well as exposure to hatchery and animal growout environments. Up to 25% travel may be required.

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