Research Associate II/III, In Vivo

Crown Bio•Kannapolis, NC

30d

About The Position

The purpose of the In Vivo Research Associate II/III position is to independently conduct in vivo studies in support of the Company's goals and objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree is required
2-3 years of experience handling animals in a Vivarium environment is required
Comfortable working in a laboratory animal research environment
Demonstrated ability to perform a minimum of three of the following in vivo oncology tumor models in mice:
Animal handling
Tumor implantation
Tumor measurement
Gross necropsy
Simple drug preparation
Drug administration by various routes
Minor survival surgery
In-life and terminal bleeds
Demonstrated sense of integrity and confidentiality
Planning, organizational skills and flexibility in a reactive environment
Demonstrated accountability and responsibility for own work
Ability to follow standard operating procedures, observe safety and security procedures
Able to troubleshoot effectively and solve problems with supervision

Nice To Haves

AALAS certification at ALAT level or higher is preferred

Responsibilities

Works closely with Study Directors, Study Coordinators and cross functional team members to ensure all assigned studies are conducted in accordance with study protocols, standard operating procedures and company policies
Collection of body weight data
Collection of tumor volume measurements
Collect tissue samples and process for shipment to sponsor as well as internal purposes
Responsible for the tracking of samples and shipping of samples to sponsor companies
Preparation of animals for procedures, including shaving, ear tagging and other tasks as directed
Performance of clinical observations and humane euthanasia in mice
Collect relevant data and provide feedback to team members regarding progress of assigned projects
Perform advanced in vivo procedures (including sample collection, surgeries.) with minimal direct supervision required
May be trained on more complex procedures
Perform subcutaneous inoculations
Administer therapeutic agents through different routes of administration, including IP, PO, SC, IM, ID, IN and IV
Providing general group support by cleaning, general supply stocking and sample shipping
Responsible for tracking time spent on projects (project logs)