Research Associate

Sunrise Systems; Edison (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunrise Systems in Houston, TX is seeking a Research Associate to support the In Vivo Pharmacology Team. The role is a 6-month W2 contract (possible extension) with onsite responsibilities and standard 40-hour weeks. Occasional weekends/holidays may be required.

Responsibilities include health checks and measurements of mouse tumor models, dosing, sample collection, data entry, and adhering to established procedures. A Bachelor's degree and hands-on in vivo mouse experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• At least 1.5 years of hands-on in vivo mouse work experience required.
• Experience with mouse tumor biology models and data entry desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform health checks, tumor measurements, dosing, sample collection and data entry.
• Work under supervision within the In Vivo Pharmacology Team.
• Follow established procedures and methodologies.

Skills

In vivo mouse work

Data entry / data management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences or related field

Job description

Job Title: Research Associate

Duration: 06 months on W2 Contract (Possible Extension based on performance)

Location: Houston, TX 77047

Onsite/ Hybrid: Onsite

Schedule: Standard hours

Job Description:

Position Responsibilities within the In Vivo Pharmacology Team:

Applies scientific and / or technical skills to complete assigned work within own group / project team and analyzes data from experiments

Performs work in a structured environment under direction from supervisor within own work group / team

Uses established procedures and methodologies

Works predominantly within established procedures

Assists with mouse tumor biology models by performing health checks, tumor measurements, dosing, sample collection, and data entry

Although the position is full-time (40 hours/week), the candidate may be asked to work occasional weekends or holidays

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree Required

At least 1.5 years of prior hands-on in vivo mouse work experience required

Preferred Qualifications:

At least 2 years of experience in animal care/husbandry preferred, including proficiency in the monitoring and care of mouse models of disease (i.e. cancer or autoimmunity models)

Experience in mouse dosing techniques, including oral gavage, and intraperitoneal and subcutaneous injection

Experience with mouse blood and tissue collection and processing

Excellent record-keeping skills and experience with data entry and data management

Ability to work in a fast-moving team environment

Experience with cell culture techniques