Research Associate-Scientific

About the role

The Senior Research Associate is an integral part of our In Vivo Pharmacology department and its prosecution of research projects and/or translational science questions in neuroscience and other therapeutic areas, as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate specific study activities with team members and representatives of other groups (e.g., PK/ADME, chemistry)
• Generate, record and report raw data
• Analyse and present data in Excel and Prism, as appropriate
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments, as appropriate
• Terminal and serial (percutaneous and/or cannulae) collection of blood samples and other tissue samples for processing and analysis and interface with clinical pathology laboratories or internal groups for subsequent analysis (e.g., CBC analysis)
• Expertise in perfusion techniques and all routes of administration
• Familiar with ICV injections, including animal preparation and recovery
• Ability to efficiently collect full tissue lists from rodent species during necropsy, record trimmed wet weights and adhere to specific storage requirements
• Create and interpret scientific documents including study protocols, SOPs and data collection forms
• Coordination of ACUP/IACUC protocols and specific needs for animal studies (e.g., BSL-2 rooms, special diets)
• Ensure the proper documentation of data from the group in electronic folders/notebooks
• Shared responsibility for all necessary supplies and organization of the vivarium to meet the requirements of studies, personnel and animal welfare
• Primary involvement in efficient scheduling and execution of the in vivo group's activities to support progress across all projects
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Veterinary Science (or similar) and 4 years of experience in an in vivo research setting
• Hands-on experience including a high level of expertise and proficiency in all routes of dose administration (skills intended to minimize variability and animal stress), sample collection (serial and terminal) and in vivo measures of efficacy in rodent efficacy/disease models
• Administration of immune sensitizers and challenge agents in rodent models of autoimmune/inflammatory disease
• Ability to follow a protocol and/or suggest ways to improve/make more efficient
• Prepare and document dose formulations
• Proficient at identifying apparent treatment-related behavioral and/or health issues in PK, efficacy studies
• Comfortable use of computers, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, graphical presentation software, e-mail and internet
• Highly detail-oriented, able to accurately follow protocols and possesses strong record keeping and documentation skills
• Capable of working within a fast-paced team environment and concurrently being involved in numerous ongoing projects
• Good organizational, record keeping and oral and written communication skills
• Motivated, detail-oriented person with a strong interest in driving productivity in clinically-directed research
• Play a key role in meeting cross-functional goals through commitment, leverage of hands-on skills and high levels of productivity
• Positively contribute to a work environment that fosters professionalism, mutual respect, teamwork, output and collaboration

Qualifications

• Knowledge of all dosing routes including ICV administration is highly desirable
• Expertise in all dosing routes including ICV administration is highly desirable

Skills and Abilities

• Associate Degree in Veterinary Science (or similar) and 4 years of experience in an in vivo research setting
• Hands-on experience including a high level of expertise and proficiency in all routes of dose administration (skills intended to minimize variability and animal stress), sample collection (serial and terminal) and in vivo measures of efficacy in rodent efficacy/disease models
• Administration of immune sensitizers and challenge agents in rodent models of autoimmune/inflammatory disease
• Ability to follow a protocol and/or suggest ways to improve/make more efficient
• Prepare and document dose formulations
• Proficient at identifying apparent treatment-related behavioral and/or health issues in PK, efficacy studies
• Comfortable use of computers, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, graphical presentation software, e-mail and internet
• Highly detail-oriented, able to accurately follow protocols and possesses strong record keeping and documentation skills
• Capable of working within a fast-paced team environment and concurrently being involved in numerous ongoing projects
• Good organizational, record keeping and oral and written communication skills
• Motivated, detail-oriented person with a strong interest in driving productivity in clinically-directed research
• Play a key role in meeting cross-functional goals through commitment, leverage of hands-on skills and high levels of productivity
• Positively contribute to a work environment that fosters professionalism, mutual respect, teamwork, output and collaboration

Pay

Starting hourly compensation range: $30 - $33.76/hr

Schedule

100% Onsite M-F: Standard Work Hours