Senior Research Associate In Vivo (Pasadena, CA)

Cedent; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedent is seeking a Senior Research Associate to advance our research programs. You will design and execute in vivo experiments in rodent models, manage mouse colonies, and collaborate with client scientists to refine protocols. The role emphasizes precision, mentorship, and effective documentation.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years of hands-on in vivo experience, a B.S. in Biology or related field, strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills, plus EH&S adherence.

Qualifications

• 6+ years hands-on in vivo research with mice or rats.
• B.S. in Biology, Neuroscience, Bioengineering or related field with 4+ years industry or 6+ years academic experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication for collaboration and documentation.
• Organizational and analytical skills to manage multiple projects.
• Adherence to EH&S procedures.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute and manage in vivo experiments in rodent models for efficacy and safety.
• Perform rodent handling and administration routes (IV, ICV, IT), tissue collection, and behavioral assessments.
• Manage mouse colonies including breeding, weaning, and genotyping.
• Conduct immunohistochemistry, microscopy, and biochemistry/molecular biology assays.
• Analyze data and prepare study reports and protocols for presentations and regulatory submissions.
• Maintain accurate records per client guidelines.
• Collaborate with internal/external resources to schedule and execute tasks with minimal guidance.
• Mentor and train junior lab members and provide problem-solving guidance.
• Support the work group with methodological guidance and process improvements.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Experimental design

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

B.S. in Biology/Neuroscience/Bioengineering

4+ years industry or 6+ years academic research

Tools

In vivo techniques

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.