In Vivo Scientist, Animal Research & Care

Merck & Co.; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation

Job summary

Merck & Co.’s Research Laboratories in South San Francisco seeks a Scientist to support in vivo studies and provide world-class animal care. The role involves coordinating study activities, data collection, and collaboration with veterinarians to ensure compliance and animal welfare.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in in vivo research, strong documentation skills, and willingness to work weekends/holidays. A BS/MS in biology or related field is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in a Research in vivo field.
• Demonstrated in vivo research experience including handling, dosing, sample collection, anesthesia and surgical procedures.
• Demonstrable passion for animal care and welfare.
• Ability to follow procedures and thoroughly document data collection results.
• Competency to independently recognize challenges and provide input for solutions.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to execution of in vivo studies in rodents including animal ordering, compound administration, dosing, and tissue collection.
• Manage study timelines and maintain accurate records of treatments, data, procedures, inventories, and reports.
• Carry out research and medical treatment regimens for research animals under Veterinarian guidance, including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Animal Handling

Animal Science

Biology

Blood Specimen Collection

Data Recording

Drug Development

Ethical Standards

In Vivo Models

In Vivo Studies

Laboratory Animal Sciences

Laboratory Documentation

Life Science

Surgical Procedures

Tissue Collection

Veterinary Technology

RLATG

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Biology or related field

ALAT

AAALAS certification

Job description

Merck & Co.’s Research Laboratories in South San Francisco seeks a Scientist to support in vivo studies and provide world-class animal care. The role involves coordinating study activities, data collection, and collaboration with veterinarians to ensure compliance and animal welfare.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in in vivo research, strong documentation skills, and willingness to work weekends/holidays. A BS/MS in biology or related field is required.