Preclinical Technologist I
The Jackson Laboratory
Summary
Preclinical Pharmacology runs pre-clinical studies for external customers in areas of Oncology, Neurobiology, Autoimmune Diseases. Working under general supervision, the Preclinical Technologist learns all the basic procedures required to support Preclinical Pharmacology, and performs study tasks to consistently execute procedures according to protocol and associated SOPs. The work schedule and work list for the incumbents is established based on operational demands and resource availability and may fluctuate based on the changing needs of the department. Staff members may be required to work weekend shifts, holidays, and overtime.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Technical Execution – Perform basic procedures as required from the functional group requirements and study needs. Adhere to all SOPs, policies and regulatory procedures.
- Accurate data entry including lab IT systems and databases. Maintain appropriate documentation as required by protocols and SOP's.
- Training to perform above procedures to proficiency levels and/or participate in the development of new procedures.
- Lab Maintenance – 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 Preclinical working environment.
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- BS degree in applicable field of study in a laboratory/animal care setting or High School Diploma with 2+ years' applicable work experience in a laboratory/animal care setting.
- Excellent communication and listening skills with proven ability to effectively communicate with others both verbally and in writing to clearly and effectively exchange information. Proven excellent writing skills.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to perform all SOPs, policies and regulatory procedures. Ability to be flexible and to multitask.
- Able to work in preclinical environments, especially with animal handling.
- Able to work flexible shifts (evening/week-end/holiday)
Requirements
- BS degree in applicable field of study in a laboratory/animal care setting or High School Diploma with 2+ years' applicable work experience in a laboratory/animal care setting
- Excellent communication and listening skills, both verbal and written
- Proven excellent writing skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Ability to perform all SOPs, policies and regulatory procedures
- Ability to be flexible and multitask
- Able to work in preclinical environments, especially with animal handling
- Able to work flexible shifts (evening/week-end/holiday)
Company overview
The Jackson Laboratory (JAX) is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution founded in 1929 in Bar Harbor, Maine. As a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center, JAX specializes in discovering precise genomic solutions for disease and empowering the global biomedical community to improve human health. With nearly 3,000 employees across 11 locations worldwide, including facilities in Maine, Connecticut, California, Japan, and China, the organization operates with a substantial $628 million annual budget. JAX maintains a diverse research portfolio encompassing cancer, aging, Alzheimer's disease, addiction, computational biology, and rare diseases. The laboratory is renowned for providing over 13,000 strains of genetically specialized mice to more than 2,400 organizations in 68 countries, making it the world's leading source for mouse models. Additionally, JAX hosts the Mouse Genome Informatics database and offers comprehensive educational programs for scientists at all career stages, contributing to at least 26 Nobel Prizes in Physiology or Medicine through its research, resources, and educational initiatives.