About the Role
Seeking a Research Associate II with hands-on experience in small laboratory animal in vivo studies to support animal monitoring, dosing, necropsy, organ collection, sample processing, and related study activities, including work with infectious and/or biohazardous materials. The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, flexible, and committed to safe and ethical laboratory practices.
Responsibilities
- Support animal monitoring, dosing, necropsy, organ collection, and sample processing.
- Conduct related study activities, including work with infectious and/or biohazardous materials.
- Collect, organize, analyze, and interpret experimental data.
- Maintain laboratory documentation and record keeping.
- Manage general laboratory operations and inventory.
Requirements
- BS or MS in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or a related field.
- 1+ years of hands-on small animal in vivo experience or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrated animal handling experience (internship or academic research experience may be considered).
- Strong hands-on experience with small animal handling, administration/dosing, sampling, necropsy, organ collection, and dissection.
- Experience with i.p., s.c., and p.o. dosing.
- Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and interpret experimental data.
- Strong communication, organization, teamwork, and accountability skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a laboratory environment.
- Ability to work a 40-hour schedule, including weekend or off-hours weekday coverage as required.
- Clearly demonstrate animal handling experience and relevant research/projects on résumé.
Skills
- Small animal handling and in vivo studies
- Animal administration and dosing
- i.p., s.c., and p.o. dosing
- Sample collection and processing
- Necropsy, organ collection, and dissection
- Experimental data organization and analysis
- Laboratory documentation and record keeping
- General laboratory operations and inventory management
- Comfort working with biohazardous materials (training provided)
Location
- South San Francisco, CA
Work Type
- Long-Term Contract
- Possibility Of Extension
Experience Level
- 1+ years of experience
Education Level
- BS or MS in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or a related field
Benefits
- Medical
- Paid Sick Leave
- 401 (k)
About the Company
- World leader in biotechnology and life sciences.
