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In Vivo Resource Associate
88 Sidney Street , 4th Floor Cambridge, MA 02139 US
Job Description
This is a biopharmaceutical company focused on providing medicines for some of the world’s most challenging diseases. We’re committed to applying our scientific leadership in cellular metabolism to transform the lives of patients with genetically defined diseases (GDD), encompassing both rare and more common diseases. It continues to foster a productive research engine that yields new insights and potential therapeutic approaches. It’s a company that cares about its work, each other, and the people who are counting on them the most. They’re inspired to think big and welcome the different perspectives and backgrounds needed to deliver extraordinary results. They’re driven to be their best selves, together, so they can reach for the Other Side of Possible.
There is an opportunity for an in vivo technician supporting in vivo studies within our rodent-based, drug discovery research program. Responsibilities include animal husbandry, in vivo study support (compound administration, blood collection, necropsy/tissue collection), and facility maintenance. Candidates must be able to work both independently and within a team environment. Hours of operation are flexible.
Responsibilities
- Working closely with the IVR team and pharmacologists, provide research support for in vivo studies including:
- Compound administration (PO, SC, IP, IV),
- Clinical observations and data collection (body weights, body condition scoring)
- Euthanasia procedures
- Tissue collection (blood collection, necropsy, tissue collection/preparation,
- Sample processing (centrifuge and running both hematology/chemistry analyzers)
- Perform daily health checking and husbandry including identifying and responding to clinical conditions.
- Perform facility maintenance including receiving/stocking supplies, sanitization/sterilization of equipment and environment, waste management, and monitoring environmental parameters.
- Confirmation and adherence of program compliance with IACUC and EHS regulations/standards. Maintain personal compliance with institutional expectations (training, timecards, etc.).
- Perform receipt and housing of animal shipments.
- Other operational/technical opportunities as required/presented
Qualifications
Education/Knowledge
- English comprehension (reading, writing, verbal)
- High School degree with 1-3 years laboratory animal experience
- Recognition and response to normal/abnormal animal conditions & behaviors (preferred)
- Experience with genetically engineered rodent models (preferred)
- Working knowledge of institutional, local and federal animal welfare regulations (preferred)
- Microsoft Office, Outlook and data base knowledge.
Abilities
- Experience with/exposure to rodent care (husbandry, technical support, clinical identification)
- Familiarity with research facility operations (stock & waste management, organization, sanitation) (preferred)
- Lift, push, pull up to 50lb, stand for extended periods of time and perform repetitive motions
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