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Life Sciences Lab Assistant - Animal Technician I
PAVIR
| The Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR) is seeking a Lab Assistant - Animal Technician to participate in general wet lab activities, animal care, and perform basic lab maintenance duties in the Rando lab, which is part of the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System and Stanford University. The main areas of interest of the Rando laboratory are muscle stem cell biology, muscle stem cell aging, muscular dystrophies, tissue engineering, and basic muscle cell biology. For information about the Rando Laboratory and its cutting-edge research please visit http://randolab.stanford.edu This is a full-time (40 hours/week), non-exempt (hourly-paid) position. Location: Palo Alto, CA. Benefits:
PAVIR is affiliated with the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS). As a condition of employment, all PAVIR employees are required to have an approved appointment with VAPAHCS and complete a background check. Duties:
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Requirements: EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience with scientific theory-related work) in biological, biomedical sciences, or a related field is required. EXPERIENCE: Required: Experience in laboratory maintenance; Desired: Experience in handling of laboratory animals and basic biologic skills. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
Physical Demands: Lifting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, standing, bending, repetitive movement, etc. Environmental Conditions: Exposure to wet lab environment, research animals, blood borne pathogens, and toxic or caustic chemical or reagents. PAVIR engages in nonprofit medical research and works with sponsors and the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) in administering funds for conducting research to find new and improved ways to combat human disease and help people with disabilities. Please refer to our website for additional information: www.pavir.org PAVIR is pleased to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Veterans, and Individuals with a Disability are encouraged to apply. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact jobs@pavir.org - Human Resources department.
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