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Laboratory Technician
Hiring Organization:
Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Date Posted:
2008-09-29
Position Description:
Laboratory technician needed to work on a project investigating mechanisms of hearing in macaques. Duties include, but are not limited to: daily handling of macaques, environmental enrichment, training animals for various behavioral tasks, help with behavioral and physiological measurements, timely data entry, maintenance of neat and orderly records, ordering supplies, and other duties necessary for functioning of the laboratory. The individual must demonstrate a willingness to multitask and learn more advanced technical skills as required. The suitable candidate should be able to participate in the day-to-day operations of studies.
Qualifications/Experience:
The ideal applicant will have previous experience working with nonhuman primates, and an interest in research. The position requires excellent communication skills, and large amounts of patience. Must be willing to work some weekends and holidays, and overtime as required, as well as participate in training and occupational health and safety programs. Employees must be able to effectively follow complex oral and written instructions. The ideal applicant will demonstrate the ability to follow standard operating procedures, and to interact with other personnel in a professional and courteous manner. Bachelor's or Associates degree with comparable work experience required. Enthusiasm for working closely with monkeys is necessary. Direct experience with live animals, especially primates, preferred.
Salary/funding:
Salary is highly competitive, and commensurate with experience. Funding is guaranteed for two more years, but will very likely be renewed for longer terms.
Contact
Information:
Ramnarayan Ramachandran
Dept. of Neurobiology and Anatomy, Medical Center Blvd.
Winston Salem, NC 27157
USA
Telephone Number:
(336) 716 4072
Fax Number:
(336) 716 4534
E-mail Address:
rramacha@wfubmc.edu
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