Animal Research Associate

Aragen Life Sciences; Morgan Hill (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salaries

Benefits package

Job summary

Aragen Bioscience in Morgan Hill, California, seeks an Animal Research Associate to support preclinical in vivo studies, primarily in mice and rats, under approved protocols and SOPs. You will work with Study Directors and Scientists to ensure accurate study execution and high-quality documentation.

Responsibilities include dosing, blood collection, necropsy, tissue collection, and studying model techniques, while maintaining compliant records and adhering to IACUC guidelines.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in biology, Animal Science, Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field preferred.
• Lab animal experience, especially with mice and/or rats, preferred; entry-level considered.
• Experience in pharma, biotech, academic research, or CRO environments is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Ability to follow detailed protocols and SOPs and document work accurately.
• Ability to prioritize multiple activities and meet timelines.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, willingness to learn, and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform animal handling and study procedures in mice and rats, including dosing, blood collection, observations, necropsy, and tissue collection.
• Assist with study preparation, animal receipt and randomization, room and equipment setup, and study closeout.
• Perform specialized procedures and disease-model techniques following training and approved protocols.
• Process, label, store, and ship biological samples accurately.
• Maintain complete and timely study records, including observations, procedures, sample information, and other data.
• Follow approved IACUC protocols, SOPs, animal welfare requirements, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Recognize and promptly communicate animal health concerns, unexpected findings, deviations, or other study issues.
• Manage multiple study activities and priorities while meeting timelines.
• Maintain study supplies and communicate equipment or supply needs.
• Work collaboratively with Study Directors, Scientists, veterinary staff, and other personnel.
• Develop technical proficiency and independence; assist training of less-experienced staff as appropriate.

Skills

Mouse/Rat handling

Protocol documentation

Teamwork

Communication

Independent work

Data quality

Education

Biology degree

Job description

About Us

Aragen Bioscience is a leading contract research organization focused on accelerating product development. Aragen’s offerings include antibody discovery, recombinant protein production and purification, stable cell line development as well as cell-based assays and in vivo models of disease. We offer clients high-quality service and superior R&D partnerships

Description

The Animal Research Associate supports and executes preclinical in vivo studies, primarily in mice and rats, in accordance with approved protocols, SOPs, animal welfare requirements, and study timelines. The position works closely with Study Directors and Scientists to ensure studies are conducted accurately, efficiently, and with high-quality documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform animal handling and study procedures in mice and rats, including dosing, blood collection, observations, necropsy, and tissue collection.
• Assist with study preparation, animal receipt and randomization, room and equipment setup, and study closeout.
• Perform specialized procedures and disease-model techniques following appropriate training and approved protocols.
• Process, label, store, and ship biological samples accurately.
• Maintain complete and timely study records, including animal observations, procedures, sample information, and other study data.
• Follow approved IACUC protocols, SOPs, animal welfare requirements, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Recognize and promptly communicate animal health concerns, unexpected findings, protocol deviations, or other study issues.
• Manage multiple study activities and priorities while meeting established timelines.
• Maintain study supplies and communicate equipment or supply needs.
• Work collaboratively with Study Directors, Scientists, veterinary staff, and other research personnel.
• Develop increasing technical proficiency and independence and assist with training less-experienced personnel as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in biology, Animal Science, Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field preferred.
• Laboratory animal experience, particularly with mice and/or rats, preferred; relevant entry-level candidates will be considered.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, academic research, or CRO environments is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Ability to follow detailed protocols and SOPs and accurately document work.
• Ability to prioritize multiple activities and complete work accurately and on schedule.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, willingness to learn, and ability to work independently when appropriate.

Preferred Experience

• Rodent routes of administration and blood collection.
• Necropsy and tissue collection.
• Anesthesia and surgical procedures.
• Preclinical disease models.
• AALAS certification or willingness to pursue certification.

Physical / Work Requirements

This is a laboratory- and vivarium-based position requiring routine handling of laboratory rodents, standing for extended periods, use of required PPE, and lifting of laboratory supplies and equipment.

Aragen Bioscience provides a stimulating work environment in which talented employees expand their technical skills and scientific knowledge and contribute directly to the ongoing success of the organization. We are in Morgan Hill, California, at the south end of the Silicon Valley. Great reverse Commute! We offer excellent salaries and benefits. Aragen is an equal opportunity employer.