Senior Research Associate In Vivo (Pasadena, CA)

Cedent; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A life sciences company in California is seeking a highly skilled Senior Research Associate to contribute to crucial research programs. The candidate will manage in vivo experiments and handle rodents while adhering to precise experimental protocols. Key qualifications include a minimum of 6 years of in vivo research experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to analyze experimental data. The role requires scheduling flexibility and frequent travel to client laboratory sites, aiming to drive scientific progress within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years of experience conducting in vivo research with mice or rats.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational and analytical skills to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage in vivo experiments assessing test agents' efficacy.
• Conduct laboratory assays including immunohistochemistry and microscopy.
• Mentor and train junior lab members.

Skills

In vivo research

Rodent handling

Experimental data analysis

Collaboration

Education

B.S. in Biology, Neuroscience, Bioengineering, or a related discipline

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and well-organized Senior Research Associate to contribute to our research programs and drive scientific progress. The Senior Research Associate will work closely with client scientists, executing and refining experimental protocols with precision. The ideal candidate will have experience handling rodents and be adept at following detailed protocols meticulously while also demonstrating the ability to propose improvements when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute and manage in vivo experiments assessing the efficacy and safety of test agents in various rodent models.
• Perform a range of in vivo techniques, including rodent handling, various routes of compound administration (IV, ICV, IT), tissue collection, and behavioral assessments.
• Manage mouse colonies and perform breeding, weaning, and genotyping.
• Conduct various laboratory assays, including immunohistochemistry, microscopy, and biochemistry/molecular biology.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data, and prepare scientific documents including study reports, protocols, and other related materials for presentations, regulatory submissions and publications.
• Maintain accurate records of experimental data and protocols in accordance with client guidelines.
• Collaborate effectively with internal/external resources to schedule and execute tasks independently with minimal training/guidance from manager.
• Independently conduct multiple complex experiments and provide technical guidance and problem solving related to methods, procedures and processes, and obtain optimum solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and problem-solving related to methods, procedures, and processes to the work group.
• Mentor and train junior lab members, promoting a positive and collaborative research environment.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Minimum 6+ years of hands-on experience conducting in vivo research with mice or rats.
• B.S. in Biology, Neuroscience, Bioengineering, or a related discipline, with 4+ years of industry experience or 6+ years of academic research experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and documentation.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of and adherence to Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) procedures.

Additional Information

• Scheduling Flexibility: Availability for late evening, weekend, and holiday work as needed to support animal welfare needs.
• Travel Requirement: Frequent travel (>50%) to various client laboratory sites in Los Angeles.
• Work Authorization: Candidate must be currently in the USA and authorized to work immediately.