Research Associate II/III, In Vivo

Crown Bioscience•San Diego, CA

1d•$27 - $31

About The Position

The In Vivo Research Associate II/III independently conducts in vivo studies in support of the Company's goals and objectives. The position works closely with Study Directors, Study Coordinators, and cross-functional team members to ensure assigned studies follow study protocols, standard operating procedures, and company policies. The role involves collecting and processing study data and samples, performing in vivo oncology procedures, and providing general group support.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
2–3 years of experience handling animals in a vivarium environment.
Comfort working in a laboratory animal research environment.
Demonstrated ability to perform at least three of the following in vivo oncology tumor-model activities in mice: animal handling, tumor implantation, tumor measurement, gross necropsy, simple drug preparation, drug administration by various routes, minor survival surgery, and in-life and terminal bleeds.
Demonstrated integrity and confidentiality.
Planning and organizational skills, and flexibility in a reactive environment.
Demonstrated accountability and responsibility for one's own work.
Ability to follow standard operating procedures and observe safety and security procedures.
Ability to troubleshoot effectively and solve problems with supervision.

Nice To Haves

AALAS certification at ALAT level or higher.

Responsibilities

Work with Study Directors, Study Coordinators, and cross-functional team members to conduct assigned studies in accordance with study protocols, standard operating procedures, and company policies.
Collect body weight data and tumor volume measurements.
Collect tissue samples and process them for shipment to sponsors and for internal purposes.
Track samples and ship them to sponsor companies.
Prepare animals for procedures, including shaving and ear tagging, and perform other assigned preparation tasks.
Perform clinical observations and humane euthanasia in mice.
Collect relevant data and provide team members with feedback on the progress of assigned projects.
Perform advanced in vivo procedures, including sample collection and surgeries, with minimal direct supervision; may be trained on more complex procedures.
Perform subcutaneous inoculations.
Administer therapeutic agents by different routes, including IP, PO, SC, IM, ID, IN, and IV.
Provide general group support, including cleaning, stocking general supplies, and shipping samples.
Track time spent on projects using project logs.