In Vivo (Senior) Research Associate - Contract - San Francisco Bay
Proclinical is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled (Senior) Research Associate to support the In Vivo Pharmacology Operations.
Primary Responsibilities:
This role will play a crucial role in advancing all therapeutic programs by organising in vivo research activities and executing preclinical studies. This role requires a solid understanding of in vivo research methodologies and the ability to perform in complex activities.
Skills & Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology, Pharmacology, Veterinary Science, or a related field.
- Experience with intratracheal (IT) and oropharyngeal (OA) dosing.
- Strong communication skills, essential for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Proven capability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
- Commitment to the 3Rs in animal research, with a strong focus on animal welfare and adherence to high ethical standards and regulatory guidelines.
- Willingness to learn new techniques as needed to help support the team.
The In Vivo (Senior) Research Associate's responsibilities will be:
- Conduct In Vivo experiments in rodents, including animal handling, dosing, blood collection, euthanasia, biofluid sample collection, animal monitoring, weighing, and necropsy with tissue harvest.
- Collaborate with operational leads to execute pre-clinical studies, contributing to timeline planning, study prep and experimental logistics.
- Accurately collect and record experimental data in an electronic lab notebook, ensuring meticulous documentation, data integrity, traceability, and regulatory compliance.
- Contribute to the development and optimization of experimental techniques and protocols to meet project objectives and quality standards.
- Participate in developing, characterizing, and implementing new animal models to enhance the effectiveness of in vivo pharmacology studies.
- Communicate study progress, results, and issues effectively with the team.
- Provide support in the maintenance and organization of laboratory equipment, supplies, and facilities, ensuring a safe and productive working environment.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the development and progression of therapeutic programs.
- Contribute to a team culture that promotes continuous improvement, ownership, professional growth, and inclusion.
Compensation:
If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Alex Bero at a.bero@proclinical.com.
Proclinical is a specialist employment agency and recruitment business, providing job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies.
Proclinical Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.
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