Research Associate II, In Vivo
About The Position
Vir Biotechnology is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on powering the immune system to transform lives by discovering and developing medicines for serious infectious diseases and cancer. Its clinical-stage portfolio includes programs for chronic hepatitis delta and multiple dual-masked T-cell engagers across validated targets in solid tumor indications. Vir Biotechnology also has a preclinical portfolio of programs across a range of infectious diseases and oncologic malignancies. We believe the success of our colleagues drives the success of our mission. We are committed to creating a company where everyone feels supported and encouraged to give their best. Vir Biotechnology is looking for a Research Associate II to join our growing in vivo team. In this role you will independently conduct experiments in mouse models of cancer to advance therapeutic candidates toward clinical trials. This role is located in our San Francisco headquarters with an expectation of 4 days per week in office.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or related field with 2+ years of direct in vivo research experience
- Proficiency in mouse handling, tumor measurement, dosing (IV, IP, and SQ injections), and blood sampling is required
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills
Nice To Haves
- Candidates with experience in both syngeneic and xenograft models of cancer are preferred
- Proficiency in mouse necropsy, perfusion, and aseptic cell culture is preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform in-vivo efficacy, PK, and PD studies in animal models of cancer, including tumor implantation, tumor/body weight measurement, compound administration, and biological sample collection
- Collect, organize, and analyze experimental data accurately and maintain laboratory records in compliance with company protocols and regulatory standards
- Interact with in vivo and cross-functional teams through meetings and ad-hoc interactions
Benefits
- health and welfare benefit plans
- non-accrual paid time off
- company shut down for holidays
- commuter benefits
- 401K match
- lunch each day in the office
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
