Research Lab Technician
Location: West Jefferson, OH
Pay Rate: $22.00/hour
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Weekend Schedule Required: Friday–Sunday plus two additional weekdays (1st Shift)
Employment Type: 6-month contract with opportunity for permanent hire
Position Overview
We are hiring a Research Lab Technician to support a growing on-site research team in West Jefferson, Ohio. This is a hands-on, physically active role ideal for candidates who are dependable, comfortable working weekends, and interested in building experience in laboratory animal research.
Key Responsibilities
Animal Care & Research Support
- Perform daily husbandry for small laboratory animals, primarily rodents
- Conduct routine animal observations and document health, behavior, and conditions
- Assist research staff with dosing and study-related procedures as trained
Laboratory & Operational Duties
- Perform routine laboratory tasks following written procedures and instructions
- Operate basic lab and animal-care equipment safely and correctly
- Accurately record work activities, observations, and results
- Perform basic data review and routine analysis as assigned
- Identify and report deviations from standard procedures
- Communicate work status, issues, and observations to supervisors
- Support multiple projects and day-to-day lab operations
- Assist with general lab and animal facility upkeep and organization
- May assist with training or guiding new or less experienced team members
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or experience
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Reliable transportation to the West Jefferson work site
- Ability to work a weekend-focused schedule (Friday–Sunday)
- Willingness to work overtime when needed
- Ability to perform physically demanding work (standing, lifting, repetitive tasks)
- Comfort working with laboratory animals or willingness to learn
- Ability to follow instructions and work under close supervision
Preferred Skills (Not Required)
- Prior experience in animal care, laboratory research, or technical environments
- Familiarity with animal husbandry or regulated research settings
- Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn new procedures
Work Environment
- Fully on-site research facility in West Jefferson, OH
- Physically active role involving animal handling and facility work
- Weekend-focused schedule is required
Interview Process
- In-person interview at the West Jefferson location
- Interviews conducted by supervisors and senior staff
- Interview times typically scheduled between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Additional Information
- Position is open due to team expansion
- No security clearance required
- Permanent employment may be available after the 6-month contract period based on performance and business needs
HRU is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)