Research Associate I/II, In Vivo

Job Summary

The purpose of the In Vivo Research Associate I position is to provide support on In vivo studies within the In Vivo Pharmacology group meeting Company's goals, objectives and quality standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Works closely with Study Directors, Study Coordinators, In Vivo Managers, and cross functional team members to ensure all assigned studies are conducted in accordance with study protocols, standard operating procedures and company policies
• Collection of body weight data
• Collection of tumor volume measurements
• Collect tissue samples and process for shipment to sponsor as well as internal purposes
• Preparation of animals for procedures, including shaving, ear tagging and other tasks as directed
• Performance of clinical observations and humane euthanasia in mice
• Collect relevant data and provide feed back to team members regarding progress of assigned projects
• Performance of basic in vivo procedures, including PO, SC and IP dosing
• May be trained on more complex procedures
• Providing general group support by cleaning, general supply stocking and sample shipping
• Responsible for tracking time spent on projects (project logs)

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant work experience in the life science/biotech industry
• Comfortable working in a laboratory animal research environment

Preferred Requirements

• AALAS certification at ALAT level or higher is preferred

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Requires physical dexterity of fingers, hands, wrists, and arms
• Requires overtime hours to be worked, as well as possible work on weekends and holidays
• Picking up and moving materials and supplies
• Sitting for long periods of time
• Standing for long periods of time
• Prolonged computer usage
• Able to lift up to 25lbs
• Frequently required to use repetitive hand/wrist/arm motion
• BSL-2 Lab Environment
• Normal office environment