Job Description

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of QC Bioassays or department manager, perform general laboratory research and experiments following established protocols and SOPs. The Research Associate I will perform routine laboratory and equipment maintenance, assist with ongoing research projects either independently or as a team member, and analyze and archive study data.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform and assist principal investigators with animal studies that may include: dose administration via intraperitoneal (IP), intradermal, subcutaneous (SQ), intramuscular (IM), and oral gavage routes
• Weigh mice daily and perform daily scoring after dosing completion
• Assist team with daily preparation for dosing activities
• Conduct necropsy and tissue or organ dissection as needed
• Observe and communicate animal health conditions to appropriate personnel
• Maintain and archive all study data files (electronic and hard copies)
• Understand and follow all relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and protocol requirements for assigned laboratory activities
• Learn and perform new in vitro and in vivo models under general supervision
• Perform general laboratory maintenance tasks
• Ensure adherence to GMPs, GLPs, and GDPs as required
• Learn and develop proficiency in JMP analysis

Minimum Requirements

• Experience handling research animals (mice, rats, guinea pigs, and rabbits)
• Basic knowledge of laboratory practices and equipment techniques (e.g., pipettes, scales)
• Experience using Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Availability for weekend work

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to perform basic dose formulation
• Prior experience reviewing and analyzing study data

Experience

• Minimum Required: Some experience working in a laboratory setting
• Preferred: One year in a related or relevant industry

Education:

• Minimum Required: Basic/general laboratory courses or experience
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in biology or relevant field

Pay Rate Range: $30-35/hr depending on experience

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