Research Associate I/II, In Vivo Immunology

Azalea Therapeutics, Inc.•Berkeley, CA

15h•$70,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Azalea Therapeutics is seeking a highly motivated Research Associate I/II – In Vivo Immunology to join our dynamic and growing team. Reporting to a Scientist II, the Research Associate I/II will work within a Research & Development team to develop robust animal models of disease, test novel therapeutics in vivo, and gather and analyze multi-dimensional data readouts. The Research Associate I/II will have a unique opportunity to impact both the science and environment of an early-stage biotechnology company. As part of an innovative, intellectually stimulating, and fast-paced team, the Research Associate I/II will help pursue Azalea’s goal of developing the next generation of cell and genome engineering therapies. The Research Associate I/II will have opportunities for rapid scientific and professional growth, working within a collaborative team setting and developing scientific independence. Opportunities to communicate scientific findings include company meetings, conference presentations, and/or journal publications. This is an onsite role with expectations to be onsite in our Berkeley and/or Alameda locations 5 days per week.

Requirements

BS/BA in Molecular or Cell Biology or related life sciences discipline.
1+ years of hands-on laboratory research experience in an academia or industry setting; experience supporting in vivo pharmacology studies is preferred.
Experience handling rodents and/or assisting with in vivo studies, including dosing, sample collection, or tissue processing.
Familiarity with aseptic technique, mammalian cell culture, and standard laboratory practices.
Strong organization skills with the ability to maintain accurate experimental records using electronic notebooks (ELNs).
Ability to rapidly learn new technical skills as well as teach others.
Ability to work both collaboratively and individually in a fast-paced research environment.
Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills with a strong attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of laboratory research experience, in academia or industry, supporting in vivo pharmacology, immunology, oncology or related research programs.
Hands-on experience with rodent handling, restraint, and dosing via IV, IP, SC, and/or PO routes.
Experience collecting and processing blood and tissue samples for downstream molecular or cellular analyses.
Experience maintaining mammalian cell cultures and preparing cells for in vivo studies.

Responsibilities

Perform and support in vivo pharmacology studies in rodent models, including dosing (IV, IP, SC, PO) and tissue collection.
Collect and process biological samples (blood, spleen, liver, and other organs) for downstream analysis.
Assist in the development and optimization of in vivo disease models.
Maintain and propagate ex vivo cell lines for in vivo studies.
Manage the inventory of in vivo supplies across all laboratories.
Maintain detailed and organized notes and results within an electronic notebook.
Ensure compliance with IACUC protocols and maintain high standards of animal welfare.
Analyze data and communicate results within a team setting.
Work closely with the supervisor to schedule and prioritize workload to manage several tasks simultaneously.
Additional duties and responsibilities as required based on the needs of the company.