Research Associate

Integrated Resources Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in strategic workforce solutions is seeking a Research Associate to join their In Vivo Pharmacology group in La Jolla. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and experience handling mice, contributing to cutting-edge oncology research. Responsibilities include administering compounds, conducting necropsies, and maintaining accurate data documentation, all while working flexible hours and handling live animals.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience with in vivo studies, specifically with mice.
• Accurate documentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in vivo studies in mice for oncology research.
• Administer compounds via various routes (PO, IV, IP, SC).
• Perform necropsy and collect tissue samples.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Data collection

Animal handling

Job description

IRI believes in commitment, integrity, and strategic workforce solutions.

Integrated Resources, Inc., is led by a seasoned team with decades of industry experience. We deliver strategic workforce solutions that help manage talent and business efficiently. Since 1996, IRI has attracted and retained experts in various fields, expanding into new sectors and growing steadily.

We focus on finding qualified professionals in our specialty areas. Our partner-employers trust us to match their needs with top-tier candidates. By exceeding expectations, we build successful, ongoing partnerships based on performance and integrity.

Our team offers tailored approaches for each client, ensuring the right match of skills and culture. At IRI, our success is linked to our clients’ success.

Job Description

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated contract Research Associate with strong interpersonal skills to conduct in vivo studies in mice within our In Vivo Pharmacology group at La Jolla, supporting oncology research.

Responsibilities include:

• Flexible working hours, including late shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Handling mice proficiently.
• Administering compounds via various routes (PO, IV, IP, SC).
• Performing necropsy and collecting tissue samples for biomarker analysis.
• Experience with tumor cell implantation and live animal surgery is a plus.
• Accurate data collection and documentation in electronic or hardcopy formats.
• Work involves lifting animal cages and may include weekend and holiday shifts, with BID dosing schedules.