Alaska SeaLife Center has full time jobs with a friendly work environment. Work experience in the same field for a minimum of 12 months is a must for this job. April 19, 2024 marked the release of the job opportunity for Laboratory Technician 1 or 2, which will be inaccessible after May 17, 2024. This job vacancy requires that you have passed Bachelor Degree to be eligible for the position. The company has a job opening in Seward, but may consider candidates from other areas or remote workers who meet the qualifications. You can negotiate your salary with the employer based on the company's approach to workplace technology and innovation. The physical location for this job is at Seward , AK , Seward , AK.
The Alaska SeaLife Center is the only facility in Alaska that combines a public aquarium with marine research, education, and wildlife response. While primarily dedicated to marine research and education, the nonprofit Center is the only permanent marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation facility in the state. The Alaska SeaLife Center lies at "Mile 0" of the scenic Seward Highway on the shores of Resurrection Bay. Visitors have close encounters with puffins, octopus, harbor seals, sea lions,
Laboratory Technician 1
Summary:
This position is responsible for providing diagnostic and research laboratory technical support for the Alaska SeaLife Center. Duties include oversight of the day-to-day quality control and analyses including but not limited to hematology, serum chemistry, microbiology (aerobic and anaerobic), urinalysis, fecal parasite exams, and water coliform tests. This position assists with and performs diagnostic and medical tasks to ensure the health and welfare of all animals, as well as supports internal and external research projects.
Education/Training Requirements:
Successful applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or related science. At least 1 year experience with laboratory techniques (i.e. urinalysis, automated and manual blood analysis, basic cytology, etc) and experience working with biological specimens from exotic or zoological animals. Certification in laboratory safety, hazardous materials handling, emergency first aid, and open water SCUBA diving is preferred. Highly desired specific skills include familiarity with Statistics (such as R), Hydrogen Peroxide Production, RNA:DNA Ratio analysis, Heat Shock Protein assays, q PCR and RT-qPCR sequencing, diet analysis, and respirometry.
Essential Duties:
1. Provides routine and emergency diagnostic laboratory technical support as part of the Alaska SeaLife Center’s program of veterinary medicine or assigned research projects starting with receiving samples from staff, analyzing (manual and automated techniques) samples, sending samples to outside laboratories as required, reporting results, archiving samples, and maintaining inventory records. Learns and assists with necropsies on site and in the field. Assists with field and vessel based projects.
2. Learns and assists with all aspects of diagnostic, laboratory, and necropsy areas including general organization and cleanliness of the space and equipment; inventory of samples and supplies; procurement and stocking of materials; appropriate disposal of biological and chemical waste to maintain biosafety; and maintenance of equipment including calibration, QA/QC, and repairs.
3. Maintains a variety of records and logs in paper and/or electronic format to include test results, send outs, equipment maintenance, and others as needed.
4. Assists with obtaining samples and data for research projects for veterinary staff and internal research and maintains inventory of incoming and outcoming samples.
5. Provides data for reports and scientific publications.
6. Assists with educational and training presentations for visitors, volunteers, and staff on a variety of topics including clinical laboratory functions, animal health, treatment plans, and staff safety.
7. Supports undergraduate interns, shadows, and volunteers as well as staff from other departments when participating in laboratory procedures. Assists with performance evaluations.
8. Assists with veterinary procedures and animal care as needed.
9. Fosters good relations with visitors, volunteers, community leaders, contractors, and fellow staff members by promoting positive attitudes, good will, cooperation, and striving towards providing a high standard of service.
10. Complies with all Alaska SeaLife Center policies, procedures, and programs.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Skills and Abilities:
Successful candidates should possess: exceptional time management/organizational skills; ability to communicate in oral and written form effectively within various levels of the organization; excellent computer skills including experience with Google applications, Excel, Word, and database programs; and knowledge of basic research methods, data collection techniques, and statistical analysis. Candidates should be able to be self-motivated, independent workers, detail oriented, investigative, and possess a strong desire to see the completion of projects.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to swim; see and hear; move about; stoop, kneel, and crouch; use arms and hands; handle objects, tools and controls; and sit. Must be physically fit with a good sense of balance and be able to lift and move 50 pounds. Ability to work with and around large, wild animals.
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Laboratory Technician 2
Summary:
This position is responsible for providing diagnostic and research laboratory technical support for the Alaska SeaLife Center. Duties include oversight of the day-to-day quality control and analyses including but not limited to hematology, serum chemistry, microbiology (aerobic and anaerobic), urinalysis, fecal parasite exams, and water coliform tests. This position assists with and performs diagnostic and medical tasks to ensure the health and welfare of all animals, as well as supports internal and external research projects.
Education/Training Requirements:
Successful applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or related science. At least 2 years or completion of a laboratory or veterinary certificate program. experience with laboratory techniques (i.e. urinalysis, automated and manual blood analysis, basic cytology, etc) and experience working with biological specimens from exotic or zoological animals. Certification in laboratory safety, hazardous materials handling, emergency first aid, and open water SCUBA diving is preferred. Highly desired specific skills include familiarity with Statistics (such as R), Hydrogen Peroxide Production, RNA:DNA Ratio analysis, Heat Shock Protein assays, q PCR and RT-qPCR sequencing, diet analysis, and respirometry.
Essential Duties:
1. Provides routine and emergency diagnostic laboratory technical support as part of the Alaska SeaLife Center’s program of veterinary medicine or assigned research projects starting with receiving samples from staff, analyzing (manual and automated techniques) samples, sending samples to outside laboratories as required, reporting results, archiving samples, and maintaining inventory records. Coordinates and conducts necropsies on site and in the field. Supports field and vessel based projects.
2. Conducts activities in the diagnostic, laboratory, and necropsy areas including general organization and cleanliness of the space and equipment; inventory of samples and supplies; procurement and stocking of materials; appropriate disposal of biological and chemical waste to maintain biosafety; and maintenance of equipment including calibration, QA/QC, and repairs.
3. Maintains and develops a variety of records and logs in paper and/or electronic format to include test results, send outs, equipment maintenance, and others as needed.
4. Coordinates obtaining samples and data for research projects for veterinary staff and internal research and maintains inventory of incoming and outcoming samples. Coordinates with external collaborators to determine, obtain authorization for, and provide sample and data as requested.
5. Provides data for and helps draft reports and scientific publications. Develops and completes reports, publications, and presentations as assigned.
6. Develops and leads educational and training presentations for visitors, volunteers, and staff on a variety of topics including clinical laboratory functions, animal health, treatment plans, and staff safety.
7. Supervises undergraduate interns, shadows, and volunteers as well as staff from other departments when participating in laboratory procedures. Prepares and gives performance evaluations.
8. Assists with veterinary procedures and animal care as needed.
9. Fosters good relations with visitors, volunteers, community leaders, contractors, and fellow staff members by promoting positive attitudes, good will, cooperation, and striving towards providing a high standard of service.
10. Complies with all Alaska SeaLife Center policies, procedures, and programs.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Skills and Abilities:
Successful candidates should possess: exceptional time management/organizational skills; ability to communicate in oral and written form effectively within various levels of the organization; excellent computer skills including experience with Google applications, Excel, Word, and database programs; and knowledge of basic research methods, data collection techniques, and statistical analysis. Candidates should be able to be self-motivated, independent workers, detail oriented, investigative, and possess a strong desire to see the completion of projects.
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Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to swim; see and hear; move about; stoop, kneel, and crouch; use arms and hands; handle objects, tools and controls; and sit. Must be physically fit with a good sense of balance and be able to lift and move 50 pounds. Ability to work with and around large, wild animals.
Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums
APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED Apply by 4/22/2024 for full consideration
START DATE: June 1 or ASAP
PAY RATE: Laboratory Tech 1: $18.50-22.75 Laboratory Tech 2: $21.50-22.50
Please upload your resume, cover letter and letter of reference when you apply.
Must be able to pass a background check.
At least 1 year
Free Gym Membership, Full Time position with Benefits
$18.50-22.75, $21.50-22.50
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Alaska SeaLife Center
301 Railway Ave
Seward, AK 99664
Phone: (907) 224-6300
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