Research Associate - In Vitro Pharmacology

TD2 Oncology; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TD2 Oncology is seeking a Research Associate - In Vitro Pharmacology to support tissue culture tasks, cell-based assays, and molecular biology work. The role emphasizes precise data collection, protocol adherence, and collaboration with lab management to meet project milestones.

The candidate will perform cell culture, execute pharmacology studies, and assist in training staff, contributing to a robust, compliant lab environment. This is a hands-on, detail-oriented position in Scottsdale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 1–2 years direct in vitro pharmacology experience.
• Experience in tissue culture techniques and in vitro cell-based assays.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and data recording.

Responsibilities

• Perform tissue culture activities including thawing, passaging and general cell culture tasks.
• Execute in vitro pharmacology studies as assigned and maintain detailed records.
• Collaborate with lab management for daily planning and task updates.
• Adhere to study protocols and regulatory SOPs, ensuring data accuracy.
• Assist in training less experienced staff and support routine maintenance of equipment.
• Contribute to weekly lab meetings by reporting progress and results.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Strong attention to detail

Highly organized

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are the leading oncology CRO, developing novel treatments for patients that need them most. Our team is fully dedicated to oncology - it is all we do - combining innovation and expertise to quickly move medicines from preclinical development into clinical trials. Adaptive and forward-thinking - we guide our client's therapy through the most critical development milestones from the lab to planning their regulatory and clinical strategy. Our ultimate goal? To help patients.

Position Summary

The TD2 Research Associate - In Vitro Pharmacology is involved in many aspects of laboratory operations primarily tissue culture activities, various cell-based assays, and molecular biology experiments. This position requires great attention to detail while working in a deadline-driven environment.

Essential Functions

• Primarily responsible for tissue culture activities, including but not limited to thawing cell lines, passaging and general cell culture tasks.
• Works closely with lab management for daily activity planning.
• Execute in vitro pharmacology studies as assigned.
• Maintains detailed laboratory files and documents.
• Adheres to study protocols.
• As appropriate, will assists laboratory management in training less experienced staff.
• Ensures accurate collection and assessment of data.
• Participates in daily or weekly lab meetings by updating the team on progress of active tasks, results, and preparation for future studies.
• Performs routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of in vitro lab equipment, including but not limited to biosafety cabinets, incubators, centrifuges, and pipettes, ensuring compliance with SOPs and regulatory standards as directed.
• Performs general laboratory duties.
• Assists in other laboratory duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree with 1-2 years direct in vitro pharmacology experience.
• Experience in tissue culture techniques and other in vitro cell based assay.

Required Specialized/Technical Skills

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in the use of Microsoft applications.
• Periodic weekend/holiday shifts.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Highly organized.

TD2 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, disability, veteran's status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.