Senior Research Associate, Pharmacology (Contractor)

This is a 6-month, temporary position.

About the Role

Vividion is a next generation biotechnology company based in San Diego that is leveraging its proprietary chemical proteomics platform to conduct proteome-wide footprinting of drug-protein interactions with unprecedented breadth and precision. Our technology allows us to screen, identify and optimize novel drugs that selectively bind virtually any protein, including proteins previously considered “undruggable”. We prize scientific excellence, creativity, and team players, and are committed to continued innovation. We have worked hard to create a collaborative and dynamic work culture where your ideas and discoveries are valued and will have an impact. Vividion has been recognized as a Top Workplace by The San Diego Union-Tribune from 2022 to 2025.

Responsibilities

• Independently design, plan, and execute in vivo experiments; conduct follow-on ex vivo analysis addressing drug mechanism-of-action.
• Execute pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic, target engagement, efficacy, or mechanism of action studies to support pre-clinical and discovery programs.
• Administer small molecule compounds to mice, measure endpoints (e.g., body/tissue weight) and collect blood/tissue for analysis.
• Perform ex vivo analysis on collected sera and/or tissues as required. Assays include and are not limited to: MSD, ELISA, multiplex Immunoassay (LegendPlex), flow cytometry, and qPCR.
• Analyze, interpret, and visualize experimental data (Prism, Excel) and other data analysis tools and maintain accurate experimental records and organize scientific data in a clear and reproducible manner.
• Work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary pharmacology team.
• Collect, organize and present scientific/technical data (PowerPoint) internally and in project team meetings.

Requirements

• BS with 6+ years’ experience of in vivo work in a biotechnology or pharmaceutical setting. Ideally the degree should be in Biology, Immunology, Pharmacology, or related field. Preference given to Immunology experience.
• Rodent dosing routes (PO, IV, IP, SC), blood collection (sub-mandibular, terminal cardiac), necropsy, and organ collection are required.
• Experience with the following techniques is highly desired: flow cytometry, qPCR, MSD, Luminex, and ELISA. Rodent surgery experience is a plus.

Skills

• Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Be an effective team player and strong individual contributor, flexible, and able to handle multiple tasks and deliver high-quality results under tight timelines.

Pay

The hourly pay for this position ranges from $38.00 to $45.00 depending on relevant skills, experience, and education.