Pharmacology Associate I

System One; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

System One is seeking a Pharmacology Associate I for an onsite contract in Cambridge, MA. The role focuses on in vivo studies, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to advance drug development.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s or Master’s in a related field and has hands-on experience with animal research, rodent handling, and strong Excel skills. This onsite position offers a 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience conducting in vivo studies.
• Experience handling rodents and animal research procedures.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute in vivo pharmacology studies supporting metabolic disease programs.
• Perform rodent handling and vivarium-based research activities.
• Assist with study execution, data collection and procedures.
• Conduct tissue collection and downstream processing.
• Analyze data using standard scientific software tools.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support objectives.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and documentation.
• Follow laboratory, animal care and safety procedures.

Skills

In vivo pharmacology

Animal handling

Data analysis

Collaboration

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or master's in pharmacology/biology/biomedical sciences/animal science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Pharmacology Associate I Location: Cambridge, MA Type: Contract Compensation: $30 - $32.50/hr Work Model: Onsite – onsite Hours: 40.0

Overview

The main function of a Pharmacology Associate is to support drug development and research by conducting in vivo studies, laboratory experiments, analyzing pharmacological data, and assisting in the evaluation of drug efficacy. A typical In Vivo Pharmacology Associate works closely with scientists and cross-functional teams to advance therapeutic programs.

Responsibilities

• Execute in vivo pharmacology studies in support of metabolic disease research programs.
• Perform rodent handling and support animal-based research activities in a vivarium environment.
• Assist with study execution, data collection, and experimental procedures.
• Conduct tissue collection and downstream tissue processing activities.
• Analyze and organize experimental data using standard scientific software tools.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to support research objectives.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and documentation.
• Follow established laboratory, animal care, and safety procedures.
• Participate in team discussions and contribute to project advancement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in pharmacology, Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Animal Science, or a related scientific discipline.
• Hands-on experience conducting in vivo studies.
• Experience handling rodents and performing animal research procedures.
• Strong technical laboratory skills and willingness to learn new techniques.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ref: #558-Scientific