Research Associate I

Mindlance; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A national recruiting company is seeking a Research Associate I to conduct in vivo studies in mice for oncology research. The ideal candidate will have a BS degree in life sciences, alongside 1-2 years of laboratory experience. Responsibilities include data collection, tumor cell implantation, and handling hazardous materials in an animal facility. This position requires flexible hours, including late shifts and weekends.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of hands-on laboratory experience in small animal experimentation.
• Flexible working hours including late shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Handle hazardous materials in an animal facility.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in vivo studies in mice to support oncology research.
• Collect tissue samples for biomarker analysis.
• Engage in tumor cell subcutaneous implantation and live animal surgery.

Skills

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Proficient in handling mice

Proficient in administering compounds (PO, IV, IP, SC)

Data collection/documentation

Education

ALAT/ALATg certification or BS degree in life science

Job description

Mindlance is a national recruiting company which partners with many of the leading employers across the country. Feel free to check us out athttp://www.mindlance.com.

Job Description

Job Title: Research Associate I

Duration: 18+ Months

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated contract Research Associate with strong interpersonal communication skills to conduct in vivo studies in mice in our In-Iivo Pharmacology group at La Jolla to support oncology research.

Responsibilities

• Flexible working hours including late shift, weekends and holidays
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and team player.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in handling mice.
• Proficient in administering compounds via various routes (PO, IV, IP, SC).
• Necropsy, collection of various tissue samples for biomarker analysis.
• Experience with tumor cell subcutaneous implantation in mice and live animal surgery is a plus.
• Proficient in data collection/documentation, either in electronic or hardcopy forms.

Qualifications

What is the minimum education experience required?:

ALAT/ALATg, or BS degree in a life science with minimum 1-2 years of hands on laboratory experience in small animal experimentation.

• This position requires flexible working hours: A regular 5 day work week will include and require: late shift and include Sat/Sun and holidays. BID dosing schedules are central to this position.
• Handle hazardous materials and work in animal facility which will require additional medical testing and/or apparatus fitting for OSHA compliance.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.