Technical Associate I

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING, Traverso Laboratory, to join a multidisciplinary team developing clinically relevant solutions to human disease; and support the preclinical development and in vivo evaluation of next-generation drug delivery devices, materials, and sensors in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary, and collaborative research environment. Responsibilities include planning, scheduling, and conducting in vivo studies and related activities; maintaining supplies, assessing equipment needs, and coordinating maintenance and repairs; recording test results and maintaining accurate animal health records, project schedules, study data, and findings; contributing to protocol modifications and annual reviews; developing and maintaining standard operating procedures for in vivo activities; and summarizing and documenting research findings for investigators. Will present findings at laboratory meetings, conduct literature reviews as needed, and research and prepare content for presentations, grant applications, and fellowship proposals. Will ensure compliance with laboratory safety standards and procedures, prepare the laboratory for inspections, identify and correct deficiencies, and maintain an organized and safe research environment. Additional responsibilities include coordinating and training lower-level staff, student employees, and temporary staff; communicating and interpreting laboratory standards, policies, and procedures; and supporting consistent documentation and execution of study activities.