Research Associate II/III, In Vivo

Crown Bioscience; Kannapolis (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Bioscience in Kannapolis, NC is seeking an In Vivo Research Associate II/III to independently conduct in vivo studies supporting project goals.

You will work with study directors and cross-functional teams, perform tumor measurements, tissue collection, dosing, and data reporting, ensuring adherence to SOPs and animal welfare. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree and 2–3 years of vivarium experience; ALAT certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2–3 years of experience handling animals in a vivarium environment.
• Comfortable working in a laboratory animal research environment.
• Preference for experience with in vivo oncology tumor models in mice (habits: animal handling, tumor implantation, measurement, necropsy, drug administration, survival surgeries).
• AALAS ALAT certification at ALAT level or higher is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with Study Directors and cross-functional teams to ensure studies follow protocols and SOPs.
• Collect body weight data and tumor volume measurements.
• Collect tissue samples and process for shipment to sponsor and internal use.
• Track samples and ship to sponsor companies.
• Prepare animals for procedures (shaving, ear tagging, etc.).
• Perform clinical observations and humane euthanasia in mice.
• Provide feedback on progress of assigned projects based on data collected.
• Perform in-life procedures with minimal supervision; may be trained on more complex procedures.
• Perform subcutaneous inoculations and administer therapeutic agents via IP, PO, SC, IM, ID, IN and IV.
• Support general lab tasks like cleaning, stocking, and sample shipping.
• Track time spent on projects (project logs).

Skills

Animal handling

Tumor implantation

Tumor measurement

Necropsy

Drug administration

Surgical procedures

Data collection

Time tracking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

AALAS ALAT certification (preferred)

Job description

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Job Summary:

The purpose of the In Vivo Research Associate II/III position is to independently conduct in vivo studies in support of the Company’s goals and objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Works closely with Study Directors, Study Coordinators 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
• Responsible for the tracking of samples and shipping of samples to sponsor companies
• 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 feedback to team members regarding progress of assigned projects
• Perform advanced in vivo procedures (including sample collection, surgeries.) with minimal direct supervision required
• May be trained on more complex procedures
• Perform subcutaneous inoculations
• Administer therapeutic agents through different routes of administration, including IP, PO, SC, IM, ID, IN and IV
• 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 is required
• 2-3 years of experience handling animals in a Vivarium environment is required
• Comfortable working in a laboratory animal research environment
• Demonstrated ability to perform a minimum of three of the following in vivo oncology tumor models in mice:
• Animal handling
• Tumor implantation
• Tumor measurement
• Gross necropsy
• Simple drug preparation
• Drug administration by various routes
• Minor survival surgery
• In-life and terminal bleeds
• Demonstrated sense of integrity and confidentiality
• Planning, organizational skills and flexibility in a reactive environment
• Demonstrated accountability and responsibility for own work
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures, observe safety and security procedures
• Able to troubleshoot effectively and solve problems with supervision

Preferred Requirements:

• AALAS certification at ALAT level or higher is preferred

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.