In Vivo Research Associate, Animal Models

Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research in Frederick, MD seeks a Research Associate in the Laboratory Animal Sciences Program to lead in vivo cancer studies, manage rodent colonies, and coordinate with core facilities.

The role emphasizes designing and scheduling experiments, performing injections and surgical procedures, recording data, and ensuring regulatory compliance. A Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of relevant biomedical experience plus at least 2 years in the field are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years relevant biomedical experience.
• Minimum 2 years biomedical experience.
• Experience in rodent breeding colony management.
• Experience in injections and compound administration.
• Experience with tumor models.
• Ability to maintain precise records using software platforms.
• Knowledge of SOPs for animal facilities and data collection.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead in vivo portions of studies from start to finish, including planning.
• Coordinate study details with core facilities, team members and management.
• Design breeding strategies based on genotyping results.
• Schedule and perform experiments, including surgical procedures.
• Perform injections via multiple routes (subcutaneous, intraperitoneal, intravenous, oral gavage).
• Monitor phenotypes and treatment responses.
• Collect and record tumor measurements and body weights.
• Work with hazardous radiological, chemical, and biological materials.
• Contribute to facility changes and improvements.

Skills

Rodent colony management

Data recording / record-keeping

Injections administration

Genotyping interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree / 4 years relevant experience

Tools

TOPAZ database

Job description

Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research in Frederick, MD seeks a Research Associate in the Laboratory Animal Sciences Program to lead in vivo cancer studies, manage rodent colonies, and coordinate with core facilities.

The role emphasizes designing and scheduling experiments, performing injections and surgical procedures, recording data, and ensuring regulatory compliance. A Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of relevant biomedical experience plus at least 2 years in the field are required.