Research Associate I

Research Associate I

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Job Title: Research Associate I

Duration: 18+ Months

Location: 10777 Science Center Drive, La Jolla, CA 92121

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated contract Research Associate with strong interpersonal communication skills to conduct in vivo studies in mice in our In-Iivo Pharmacology group at La Jolla to support oncology research.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support in vivo experiments

• Flexible working hours including late shift, weekends and holidays

• Strong interpersonal communication skills and team player.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Proficient in handling mice.

• Proficient in administering compounds via various routes (PO, IV, IP, SC).

• Blood collection (via cheek bleed, RO, intra-cardiac).

• Necropsy, collection of various tissue samples for biomarker analysis.

• Experience with tumor cell subcutaneous implantation in mice and live animal surgery is a plus.

• Proficient in data collection/documentation, either in electronic or hardcopy forms.

Qualifications

What is the minimum education experience required?:

ALAT/ALATg, or BS degree in a life science with minimum 1-2 years of hands on laboratory experience in small animal experimentation.

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• This position requires flexible working hours: A regular 5 day work week will include and require: late shift and include Sat/Sun and holidays. BID dosing schedules are central to this position.

• Lift animal cages.

• Handle hazardous materials and work in animal facility which will require additional medical testing and/or apparatus fitting for OSHA compliance.

Thank You !

Additional Information

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