Research Associate I/II, In Vivo

Crown Bioscience San Diego Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Bioscience San Diego Inc. is seeking an In Vivo Research Associate I to support in vivo studies within the In Vivo Pharmacology group, ensuring alignment with company goals, objectives, and quality standards.

You will work with study directors, coordinators, and cross-functional teams to collect data and ensure studies adhere to protocols. Responsibilities include collecting body weight data, tumor volumes, tissue samples, and performing basic in vivo dosing, with overtime and potential

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant work experience in life sciences.
• Experience in laboratory animal research environment.
• BSL-2 Lab Environment familiarity.
• AALAS ALAT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with study directors, coordinators, and managers to ensure studies follow protocols and SOPs.
• Collect body weight data and tumor volume measurements.
• Prepare animals for procedures and perform basic in vivo dosing (PO/SC/IP).
• Collect tissue samples and ship to sponsor or internal purposes.
• Provide general group support including cleaning, stocking, and sample shipping.
• Track time spent on projects with logs.

Skills

In vivo studies

Data collection

Mouse handling

SOP compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

4 years relevant experience

Job description

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JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of the In Vivo Research Associate I position is to provide support on In vivo studies within the In Vivo Pharmacology group meeting Company's goals, objectives and quality standards.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works closely with Study Directors, Study Coordinators, In Vivo Managers, and cross functional team members to ensure all assigned studies are conducted in accordance with study protocols, standard operating procedures and company policies
• Collection of body weight data
• Collection of tumor volume measurements
• Collect tissue samples and process for shipment to sponsor as well as internal purposes
• Preparation of animals for procedures, including shaving, ear tagging and other tasks as directed
• Performance of clinical observations and humane euthanasia in mice
• Collect relevant data and provide feed back to team members regarding progress of assigned projects
• Performance of basic in vivo procedures, including PO, SC and IP dosing
• May be trained on more complex procedures
• Providing general group support by cleaning, general supply stocking and sample shipping
• Responsible for tracking time spent on projects (project logs)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant work experience in the life science/biotech industry Comfortable working in a laboratory animal research environment

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• AALAS certification at ALAT level or higher is preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS and PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires physical dexterity of fingers, hands, wrists, and arms
• Requires overtime hours to be worked, as well as possible work on weekends and holidays
• Picking up and moving materials and supplies
• Sitting for long periods of time
• Standing for long periods of time
• Prolonged computer usage
• Able to lift up to 25lbs
• Frequently required to use repetitive hand/wrist/arm motion
• BSL-2 Lab Environment
• Normal office environment

The California salary range for this position is: Research Associate I: $23- $27.82 Research Associate II: $27-$31.50

Crown Bioscience is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Crown Bioscience is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Crown Bioscience is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Crown Bioscience is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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