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Research Associate I (QC Bioassays)
7555 Gateway Boulevard Newark, CA 94560 US
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Job Summary
Under the direction of the Associate Director of QC Bioassays or department manager, perform general laboratory research and experiments following established protocols and SOPs. The Research Associate I will perform routine laboratory and equipment maintenance, assist with ongoing research projects either independently or as a team member, analyze and archive study data. Essential Duties/Responsibilities
- Perform and assist principal investigators with animal studies that may include:
- Dose administration - IP (intraperitoneal), intradermal, subcutaneous (SQ), intramuscular (IM), and oral gavage
- Daily mice weighing, daily Scoring after dosing completion
- Assist team with daily preparation for dosing necropsy, tissue/organ dissection if needed
- Observe and communicate animal health conditions to appropriate personnel.
- Responsible for maintaining and archiving all study data files (electronic and hard copies)
- Understand and follow relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Protocol requirements regarding all laboratory activities assigned or engaged in.
- Learn new in vitro/in vivo models as required and conduct them under general supervision.
- Responsible for general lab maintenance
- Use proper record keeping (GDP) to document work activities.
- Learn and develop proficiency in JMP analysis
- Assist team members with ongoing studies
Education Minimum Required:
- Bachelor's degree - recent graduates encouraged for this role
Experience Minimum Required:
- Some experience working in a laboratory setting
- Preferred: One year in related/relevant industry
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Minimum Required:
- Experienced with research animal handling (mice, rats, guinea pigs, and rabbits)
- Basic knowledge of laboratory practices and equipment techniques (handling pipettes, scales, etc.)
- Prior experience working with MS Package (PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
- Available for weekend work
Preferred:
- Capable of basic dose formulation
- Prior experience reviewing and analyzing study data
Pay Rate Range: $20-34/hr depending on experience
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