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Research Associate II, Biology Research Operations - Contractor

Redwood City, CA 94063

Posted: 02/11/2025 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 617562 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


The Opportunity:

  • Plan, conduct, analyze, and report in vivo studies (efficacy, PK/PD).

  • Carry out pre-clinical model development and characterization.

  • Conduct standard vivarium operations.

  • Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, accurate and timely record-keeping, and data analysis.

  • Learn and conduct other in vivo-related techniques.

  • Interface with cross-functional project team members, and participate in and present at project and cross-departmental team meetings.

  • Formulate and administer drugs and experimental compounds by various routes.

Required Skills, Experience and Education:

  • BS or MS in Biology or Pharmacology related discipline (3 - 5 years experience).

  • Proficiency with various mouse handling techniques, including dosing (IV, PO, subcutaneous, IP), tumor inoculation/measurements, in-life and terminal blood collection, survival surgeries, and handling of tissues during necropsy and processing for ex vivo analysis.

  • Computer literacy, especially proficiency in GraphPad Prism, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

  • Excellent organizational and communication skills, along with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

  • The ability to work independently on day-to-day responsibilities and research goals.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with in vivo imaging and Studylog

  • Research experience with mouse models of cancer and/or cancer immunotherapy
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