Research Associate II

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development, and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Research Associate II to help advance Calico's drug research and development pipeline. This critical role will be responsible for performing required in vivo techniques. A successful candidate will have in-depth knowledge and prior hands-on experience with in-vivo animal laboratory techniques.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in basic in-vivo laboratory techniques, including blood collection, injections, tissue processing, and euthanasia.
• Develop an understanding of and regularly utilize available information resources and systems (e.g., SOPs, policies, computer applications).
• Participate in experimental design and planning as well as assemble, set up, and operate any necessary experimental equipment.
• Conduct laboratory procedures in compliance with established protocols/plans and with regulatory and laboratory requirements.
• Document experimental data in technical notebooks or approved electronic files including activities undertaken, existing conditions, observed results, and variation from expected data patterns.
• Maintain accurate records of animal health/welfare and experimental procedures as well as prepare data for inclusion in project reports.
• Demonstrate strong technical knowledge and understanding in assigned area of responsibility.
• Manage small studies and train staff independently.
• Perform the following techniques:
  • Oral gavage in rodents
  • IV, SQ, IP, IM injection techniques in rodents
  • Blood collection techniques to include tail vein, orbital sinus, and cardiac in rodents
  • Necropsy and tissue collection
  • Rodent euthanasia via exsanguination preceded by administration of CO₂ or anesthesia; cervical dislocation preceded by administration of CO₂ or anesthesia; or administration of CO₂
• Experience using various cell and molecular biology techniques to examine cell/tissue and biomaterial interactions.
• Interact with other personnel within the department, key support groups, and the division to develop a network of resources to facilitate completion of assignments.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master's of Science degree in a Life Science discipline, such as biology, veterinary science, or a related field and two (2) years directly related work experience in laboratory animal husbandry and technical skills as detailed above.
• OR Bachelor’s of Science or Associate of Science degree in a Life Science discipline, such as biology, veterinary science, or a related field and four (4) years related experience or CVT/LVT/RVT certification and four (4) years directly related work experience in laboratory animal husbandry and technical skills as detailed above.
• OR High School diploma/GED or Associates Degree and six (6) years directly related work experience in laboratory animal husbandry and technical skills as detailed above.

Qualifications

• AALAS Certification at the LATg level preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $35 to $47 USD per hour. Salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

Benefits

We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work-life balance flexibility.

About the company

Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities.

With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies, hospitals, and academic institutions around the world.

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science, and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years.