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Research Staff Assistant 1

New York, NY

Full-Time

3month Contract

M-F

1 st Shift (7A-3P)

Compensation: $18-20/hr

Every day, Kelly Science & Clinical connects professionals with opportunities to advance their careers. We currently have exciting opportunity as Research Staff Assistant 1 with a national leader in preclinical research, biotechnology, and education in New York, NY.

SUMMARY

This role joins researchers from different scientific disciplines to transform our understanding of the mind and brain. In this highly interactive research environment, laboratories work together to gain critical insights into human health by exploring how the brain develops, performs, endures, and recovers. This position is based in the Vivarium Facility. Reporting to the Operations Lead, the Research Staff Assistant (Cagewash Technician) will be responsible for providing husbandry support to the ICM / Vivarium Facility. The Research Staff Assistant (Cagewash Technician) is a designated essential position within the ICM / Vivarium Facility. The ICM / Vivarium Facility is opened seven days a week including during closings for inclement weather. The role requires someone who is reliable and is on occasion available to work overtime, including weekends, holidays and during inclement weather.

This is a full-time grant funded role.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Clean, sanitize, and sterilize equipment using an automated sanitizing system. Operation of rack and tunnel washers.

· Dispose of waste in compliance with university, federal, and state regulations. Supporting a sanitary environment by assisting with cleaning throughout the facility. Adherence with sanitation and sterilization schedules for vivarium and facility spaces.

· Perform minor or preventative maintenance on equipment. Observe and report any necessary equipment repair or damage.

· Perform inventory-related duties including the movement/delivery of feed with the use of racks, carts, dollies, and other equipment.

· Refilling of water bottles and other stocking needs as assigned.

· Participate in ongoing employee training programs with special emphasis on safety and health training and safe work practices and use of personal protective equipment. Ensure adherence with safety, compliance, and research-related protocols.

· Additional duties as assigned or necessary.

MINIMUIM QUALIFICATIONS

· High School Diploma or equivalent.

· Six (6) months of experience working within a vivarium or similar facility.

· Must be able to work with various cleaning and sanitizing chemicals.

· Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs, climb, stoop, bend, reach, and stand for prolonged periods.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

· Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Preferred knowledge of the following equipment: autoclaves, automatic conveyor belt cleaning systems, disposal of waste materials.

· The ideal candidate must possess sound judgment with a collaborative style that fosters teamwork and cooperation beyond the immediate team to the broader organization.

· Candidate should have experience with mechanical machinery and operations and be able to perform physical labor involving the breaking down and setting up of heavy caging.

· It is highly recommended that the candidate passes the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) certification at the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician level after one year of employment.P#1

Please send your resume to Jacqueline.Sayoc@KellyScientific.com

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly ® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.