Research Associate I

WuXi AppTec • San Diego, CA

37d • $18 - $23

About The Position

HD Biosciences, Inc. (San Diego), a WuXi AppTec Company, is expanding its in vivo Pharmacology team. We're seeking a highly motivated Research Associate I to support our in vivo pharmacology team for various projects.

Requirements

• Bachelors preferred with 0-1 years' experience in Biology related field.
• Experience in Biology Lab/ bench work experience preferred; e.g. sterile cell culture techniques, and in vitro/ex vivo immune cell-based assays in academic or industry laboratory environment.
• Excellent communication skills; able to work in a team-oriented environment. Effectively collaborate across cross functional teams
• Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and record-keeping skills
• Must be able to work in an office environment with minimal noise conditions.
• Must be able to work in Lab setting with exposure to Animals/biohazards / Chemicals
• Must not have animal allergies to applicable species in this facility
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE
• Must be able to work in environment with variable noise levels
• Ability to stand /Sit/walk for long periods of time
• Ability to Lift 10 lbs occasionally
• Ability to crouch, bend, twist, and reach
• Clarity of Vision
• Must be able to perform activities with repetitive motions
• Ability to climb Ladders / Stairs

Nice To Haves

• Experience in handling rodents/mice in in vivo pharmacology studies a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist with in vivo pharmacology experiments for preclinical contract research
• Perform in vivo studies to evaluate anti-cancer efficacy of test agents in tumor mouse models with supervision
• Monitor mouse groups enrolled in drug efficacy, mechanism of action, PKPD and proof-of-concept studies
• Perform drug dosing by various routes of administration
• Perform in-life blood sampling through various routes
• Perform necropsy and tumor/organ sampling and processing
• Monitor in-life study measurements: tumor volume, body weight, tracking overall health condition and survival of mice
• Enter data in study management software
• Perform sterile cell culture technique for tumor cell expansion
• Help to optimize additional animal models as needed
• Assist with other experiments as required and with direct supervision
• Follow laboratory safety guidelines and practices

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees