In Vivo Assistant

AbCellera; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech firm in Metro Vancouver is seeking a motivated individual for lab work focused on therapeutic antibodies. Responsibilities include health assessments, maintaining lab spaces, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a Diploma or BSc and experience handling animals in a research setting. The role offers a salary range of CAD $40,000 - $50,000 annually, flexible work arrangements, and comprehensive health benefits.

Benefits

Annual Active Lifestyle Allowance of CAD $1,500

Flexible work arrangements

Comprehensive health benefits

Equity and annual bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience working with animals, preferably in an in vivo research environment.
• Ability to lift up to 25 kg and comfortable with long periods of standing and bending.
• Self-motivated and able to work autonomously Thursday to Monday.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily health assessments and report clinical observations.
• Handle and receive animals into the facility and perform cage changes.
• Organize lab spaces, materials, and equipment for in vivo activities.

Skills

Animal care

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Diploma or BSc in a relevant discipline

Job description

From target to the clinic. AbCellera’s platform integrates biology, computation, and engineering to develop impactful antibody-based medicines. We’re scientists, engineers, and business professionals who work together to turn scientific insights into breakthrough medicines. We pursue truth and scientific rigor. We think independently, act with conviction, and have the courage to work at the edge of the unknown. We offer the opportunity to stretch and explore, and to work on things that matter.

We are seeking a motivated, meticulous, and conscientious candidate with hands-on in vivo laboratory experience to join our dynamic group, supporting the team on a 32-hour, Thursday to Monday work schedule. You will contribute to the discovery of therapeutic antibodies from natural immune repertoires, and through teamwork, innovation, and mutual support, together we tackle the most challenging scientific problems.

How you might spend your days

• Performing daily health assessments, and reporting clinical observations to In Vivo Technicians
• Handling and receiving animals into the facility, and performing cage changes
• Organizing and preparing lab spaces, materials/consumables, and equipment for in vivo and ex vivo activities
• Ensuring cleanliness of the animal facility, including cage cleaning and preparation as well as disposal of non-hazardous and hazardous waste
• Organizing and performing sample shipments, keeping accurate records, and maintaining inventories
• Maintaining a safe and productive work environment and lab facility, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Collaborating with teammates and supporting the team where needed

We’d love to hear from you if

• You provide the highest level of animal care while performing in vivo activities
• You are able to work autonomously Thursday to Monday, and take pride in being self-motivated
• You thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced work environment with multiple competing priorities
• You have a Diploma or BSc in a relevant discipline, plus at least 1-2 years of experience working with animals, preferably in an in vivo research environment
• You are a fast learner, team player, and creative problem solver
• You have excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills, and are known for your accountability and reliability
• You are able to lift up to 25 kg, and are comfortable with long periods of standing and bending throughout your day

What we Offer

AbCellera’s hiring range for this role is CAD $40,000 - $50,000 annually, based on a 32-hour working week, commensurate with your education and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer equity, annual bonus dependent on team and company performance, and a 6% (non-match) RRSP contribution.

You will have a CAD $1,500 annual Active Lifestyle Allowance, annual vacation, opportunity for flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities, and comprehensive health benefits. Scientific and technical mentorship is a priority. And you’ll find we prioritize teams and social groups to build community and connections across AbCellera.

About AbCellera

AbCellera is a global company focused on delivering breakthrough medicines that alleviate suffering, extend lives, and improve health. Our platform includes fully integrated capabilities to create first-in-class and best-in-class antibody medicines, from discovery to clinical manufacturing.

We are using our technological advantage to develop programs across multiple indications including endocrine and metabolic conditions, oncology, and inflammation and autoimmunity. We’re advancing programs involving complex transmembrane proteins, bispecifics, and antibody drug conjugates.

Creating medicines is the most important work we can do. When tenacious people share a vision and work together, they can truly have a positive impact. That’s why we hire for character and intelligence, not just for CVs or experience.

We look for people with drive and energy. People we trust. People who need to know their days are being well spent. That their work really matters. In the end, our success will be measured by the impact of our medicines.

To apply

Please submit your application through our website and refer to Job ID 23307 in your cover letter. We receive a large volume of applications and are only able to contact those who are selected for an interview. All communication from our Talent Discovery team will come from an @abcellera.com email address.