Job Title: Research Technician

Job Description

The Research Technician supports a preclinical development team by executing laboratory and animal-based testing activities that advance next-generation medical devices. This role involves performing bench and wet lab work, following SOP-driven testing protocols, collecting and documenting study data, maintaining research records, coordinating inventory and logistics, and supporting ongoing preclinical projects. The position includes direct work with awake pigs during research studies, troubleshooting laboratory procedures and equipment, and collaborating closely with engineers, researchers, and external vendors to ensure successful project execution. Approximately half of the role focuses on hands-on protocol execution and testing activities in a preclinical research setting.

Responsibilities

• Execute bench and wet lab experiments in support of preclinical research and medical device development.
• Follow SOP-driven testing protocols with high accuracy and consistency to ensure reliable study results.
• Collect, record, and organize study data in accordance with good documentation practices and established procedures.
• Maintain detailed and accurate research records, including experiment logs, data sheets, and study documentation.
• Coordinate inventory and logistics activities, including ordering, tracking, and organizing laboratory supplies and materials.
• Support ongoing preclinical projects by preparing test materials, setting up equipment, and assisting with study execution.
• Work directly with awake pigs during animal studies, including handling, monitoring, and supporting protocol-related procedures.
• Troubleshoot laboratory procedures and equipment issues to maintain smooth and efficient study operations.
• Collaborate with engineers, researchers, technicians, and external vendors to plan and execute testing activities.
• Adhere to all laboratory safety, animal welfare, and documentation standards in a highly regulated, preclinical research environment.
• Contribute to a culture of quality by prioritizing accuracy, attention to detail, and compliance over speed in daily tasks.
• Participate in occasional local travel to nearby testing facilities to support offsite studies and testing activities.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on bench and wet lab experience in environments such as biotech, medical device, academic or university research labs, animal research facilities, CROs, or diagnostics laboratories.
• Ability and genuine comfort working directly with large animals, specifically awake pigs, during research studies.
• Strong familiarity with following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and working in a highly documented environment.
• Proficiency in collecting, recording, and maintaining experimental data with strong attention to detail and quality.
• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Biology, Animal Science, Life Sciences, Zoology, Physiology, or a related field.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with engineers, researchers, technicians, and external partners.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple studies, documentation requirements, and inventory responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently while meeting protocol requirements and project timelines.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and consistency in laboratory and documentation tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications for data entry, documentation, and communication.
• Comfort with occasional local travel to support testing activities at nearby facilities.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in a fast-paced, execution-focused preclinical research environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Veterinary Technician background strongly preferred, particularly with experience in animal handling and clinical procedures.
• Academic or professional experience in preclinical research, medical device testing, or translational science.
• Exposure to animal science or animal research settings, including work with large animals.
• Experience working under good documentation practices in regulated or quality-focused environments.
• Interest in building a career in medical device R&D, preclinical research, and translational science.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team of engineers, technicians, and researchers in a preclinical research organization.

Work Environment

This role is fully onsite in a preclinical research setting, working Monday through Friday during daytime hours in a standard full-time sched