Job ID: REQID0002133

The Stowers Institute for Medical Research has an opening for a full-time Research Technician in the Zebrafish Facility.

Responsibilities Include:

• Providing routine care and husbandry of zebrafish including feeding, water exchanges, cleaning, and health monitoring.
• Developing and modifying standard operating procedures and practices which promote high-quality, cost-effective operation of the facility.
• Interacting with faculty, staff, researchers, and other teams to provide high quality, responsive animal care services.
• Monitoring supply and equipment inventory to sustain day-to-day operations.
• Maintaining accurate records including room logs, health reports, animal census, and other records as required.
• Preparing for all regulatory inspections.

Prior experience with aquatic animals and a basic understanding of system maintenance relating to aquaculture systems is preferred. Weekend and Holiday work will be required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate degree in any of the life sciences
• Basic computer skills and a working knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Self-motivation, excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work closely with other team members.

To Apply

Submit the requested documents to careers@stowers.org or to the Administration Department, Stowers Institute for Medical Research, 1000 E 50th Street, Kansas City, MO 64110.