Scientist II (In Vivo)

eTeam; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

eTeam in Ridgefield, CT is seeking a Scientist II (In Vivo) to lead and execute in vivo studies focusing on CKD and cardio-renal-metabolic models. The role requires independent work, data interpretation, and contribution to scientific reports, with occasional weekend/holiday rotation to support operations.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or Bachelor’s with at least 3 years of related experience in pharma/biotech or CRO settings, and are proficient in Excel and GraphPad Prism.

Qualifications

• Experience with in vivo studies, especially CKD-CRM models.
• Non-routine in vivo experiments in CKD/CRM context.
• Compliant with IACUC governance and proper record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Initiates and completes routine in vivo studies with minimal supervision.
• Assists in design and execution of non-routine CKD/CRM in vivo experiments.
• Adheres to regulations; maintains SOP-compliant documentation.
• Performs data analysis and supports interpretation of results.
• Communicates findings orally and in writing; contributes to protocols.
• Rotates weekends/holidays as needed to support business operations.

Skills

In vivo research

Rodent CKD models

Data analysis (Excel, GraphPad)

IACUC compliance

Collaborative work

Education

Master's or Bachelor's with 3 years experience

Tools

GraphPad Prism

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Scientist II (In Vivo)

Location: Ridgefield, CT

Duration: 12 Months

Job description

• Initiates and completes routine in vivo studies, principally in field of chronic kidney disease (CKD), in an independent and efficient manner, with minimal supervision. Demonstrates the ability to interpret outcome of experiments and to propose appropriate follow-up; troubleshoots effectively
• Demonstrates technical ability to assist in the design and execution of non-routine experiments in the context of CKD and cardio-renal-metabolic (CRM) in vivo models; conducts exploratory experiments with minimal supervision.
• Complies with applicable regulations including IACUC goverbnance, performing all work in a safe and compliant manner; maintains proper records in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and policies.
• Applies basic scientific principles for study design, data analysis, and interpretation; performs literature searches and extracts Independently operates and is responsible for lab equipment; troubleshoots effectively.
• Communicates own work effectively orally and in writing; contributes to writing protocols and procedures; provide input for scientific reports.
• Reports and treats data with a high level of integrity and ethics.
• As needed, integration into weekend/holiday rotation at cadence consistent with rest of the team

This role includes a recurring weekend to support business operations. Scheduling is flexible and would not be every weekend.

Skills

• Apply knowledge of basic theory and scientific principles of to conduct hands-on in vivo research; direct experience in rodent models of CKD is desirable.
• Experience in routine routes of rodent dosing (i.v., i.p., p.o., s.c., and i.m.), health monitoring, and sample collection is required.
• Compliance and communication experience with IACUC governance.
• Proven problem-solving ability with aptitude for agile learning style.
• Assist in the incorporation of new technologies to enhance cardio-renal-metabolic research.
• Proficiency with data analysis software such as Microsoft Excel and GraphPad Prism; expectation to develop expertise in other software, as necessary.
• Ability and willingness to work effectively in a highly collaborative environment.

Education

• Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree with 3 years experience in related scientific discipline; pharmaceutical, biotechnology or CRO experience is highly desirable; non-PhD applicant required.