Biotechnology company is seeking a highly motivated In Vivo Research Associate to join the Oncology in vivo pharmacology team. The selected candidate will provide in vivo study support for evaluating novel oncology therapeutics in pre-clinical models and will be responsible for daily in vivo study execution, data analysis and organization, as well as project team responsibilities. This is a 6-month contract.
Responsibilities
- The successful candidate will be proficient in murine handling techniques including various dosing routes (IV, IP, PO, subcutaneous), in-life and terminal blood collection, tumor inoculation, and handling of tissues during necropsy and processing for ex vivo analysis.
- The day-to-day responsibilities will include daily dosing, daily tumor measurements, tissue collections, and assisting with various aspects of study and facility maintenance.
- In addition to hands-on lab responsibilities, the position will have project team responsibilities including attending meetings to determine appropriate study design, organization of data, and presentation of results.
Qualifications
- MS or BS with a minimum of 2-3 years of post-graduate hands on experience or demonstrate equivalent work experience with murine models of cancer, inflammation and/or immunology.
- Strong biology background with understanding of basic pharmacology.
- Demonstrated ability to design, execute, and analyze experiments.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and graph data using GraphPad prism or equivalent.
- Experience with more advanced in vivo techniques: surgery, anesthesia.
- Experience with StudyLog data collection software is desired.
- Experience with tissue culture is desired.
- Experience with in vivo imaging is desired.
Pay
Why Choose R&D Partners?
As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA
- Dental & Vision insurance
- 401k plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long-term disability
- Weekly payroll
- Expense reimbursement
- Online timecard approval
R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.
R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.