Research Associate I, In Vivo Oncology, Pre-Clinical
JOB SUMMARY:
In Vivo Research Associate I position is to provide support on In Vivo studies within the In Vivo Pharmacology group meeting Company's goals, objectives and quality standards.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Works closely with Study Directors, Study Coordinators, In Vivo Managers, and cross functional team members to ensure all assigned studies are conducted in accordance with study protocols, standard operating procedures and company policies
- Collection of body weight data
- Collection of tumor volume measurements
- Collect tissue samples and process for shipment to sponsor as well as internal purposes
- Preparation of animals for procedures, including shaving, ear tagging and other tasks as directed
- Performance of clinical observations and humane euthanasia in mice
- Collect relevant data and provide feedback to team members regarding progress of assigned projects
- Performance of basic in vivo procedures, including PO, SC and IP dosing
- May be trained on more complex procedures
- Providing general group support by cleaning, general supply stocking and sample shipping
- Responsible for tracking time spent on projects (project logs)
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline
- One year of Pharmacology/Toxicology experience is preferred
- Prior experience in animal handling in a lab setting is required, including compound administration by multiple routes (at least two of the following dosing routes – Intraperitoneal, Sub Cutaneous, and Oral Gavage), harvesting tissue and blood samples
- Prior experience working with tumor bearing mice (tumor implantation, tumor measurement and tissue harvesting) strongly preferred
SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Comfortable using computers, including a working knowledge of the Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail, and internet
- Exceptional organizational, time- management, and prioritization skills
- Able to multi-task with a high degree of professionalism and diplomacy
- Willing and able to work within a Quality System with oversight by QA and other regulatory bodies
- Able to troubleshoot effectively and solve scientific problems with moderate supervision
- Willing and able to work under the pressure of deadlines and find solutions to meet timelines
- Willing and able to work under the pressure of deadlines and find solutions to meet timelines
- Able to work across teams by being a flexible team player
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
WORKING CONDITIONS and PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Requires physical dexterity of fingers, hands, wrists, and arms
- Requires overtime hours to be worked, as well as possible work on weekends and holidays
- Picking up and moving materials and supplies
- Sitting for long periods of time
- Standing for long periods of time
- Prolonged computer usage
- Able to lift up to 25lbs
- Frequently required to use repetitive hand/wrist/arm motion
- BSL-2 Lab Environment
- Normal office environment