Impress employers and recruiters.
Choose from hundreds of resume examples.
Impress employers and recruiters.
Choose from hundreds of resume examples.
Tailor your resume to this Research Associate (Contract to Hire) – In Vivo Biology role.
Rezi rewrites your resume against Lime Therapeutics's job description. Free.
Tailor your resume to this Research Associate (Contract to Hire) – In Vivo Biology role.
Rezi rewrites your resume against Lime Therapeutics's job description. Free.
Don't guess if your resume is good enough.
See how it scores against the Research Associate (Contract to Hire) – In Vivo Biology posting at Lime Therapeutics — free, in seconds.
Don't guess if your resume is good enough.
See how it scores against the Research Associate (Contract to Hire) – In Vivo Biology posting at Lime Therapeutics — free, in seconds.
About the Role
Lime Therapeutics is seeking a highly motivated Research Associate – In Vivo Biology to join their growing biology team and advance their oncology drug development programs. This hands-on role is ideal for an early-career scientist passionate about experimental biology, eager to build new technical skills, and excited to make a meaningful contribution at an early-stage biotech company.
Responsibilities
- Conduct pivotal studies in relevant cancer models to evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of novel therapeutic candidates.
- Perform routine mouse handling, restraint, and compound administration by oral gavage and intraperitoneal (IP), subcutaneous (SC), and intravenous (IV) injection.
- Collect and process tissues for downstream molecular, biochemical, histological, and flow cytometry-based analyses.
- Establish and maintain mammalian cell cultures, including cancer cell lines, primary cells, and organoids, and support cell-based assays and molecular biology experiments.
- Keep accurate experimental records, analyze study data in GraphPad Prism and Excel, and clearly communicate results to the scientific team.
- Prepare experimental materials, maintain lab equipment and supplies, and ensure compliance with IACUC-approved protocols and lab safety standards.
- Work collaboratively in a fast-paced startup, adapt to evolving research priorities, and support time-sensitive experiments, including occasional evening or weekend work as animal study schedules require.
Requirements
- BS or MS in Biology or a related field.
- Hands-on rodent in vivo experience.
- Exposure to molecular assays in an academic, biotech, pharmaceutical, or CRO setting.
- Demonstrated proficiency in mouse handling, restraint, and dosing.
- Working knowledge of IACUC protocols and animal welfare standards.
- Strong aseptic technique and experience maintaining cancer cell lines and preparing cells for in vivo implantation.
- The discipline to follow protocols precisely and manage multiple concurrent studies.
- A drive to master new techniques and grow your skillset as programs advance.
- A self-starter who takes ownership and thrives in a high-accountability environment.
Skills
- In Vivo Biology
- Rodent handling
- Compound administration (oral gavage, IP, SC, IV)
- Tissue collection and processing
- Mammalian cell culture (cancer cell lines, primary cells, organoids)
- Cell-based assays
- Molecular biology experiments
- Data analysis (GraphPad Prism, Excel)
- IACUC protocols
- Aseptic technique
Location
- Manhattan, NY
Work Type
- Contract-to-hire
- Full-time
- In-person
Experience Level
- Early-career scientist
Education Level
- BS or MS in Biology or related field
Salary/Compensations
- $35–50/hour
Benefits
- Potential to convert to full-time
About the Company
- Lime Therapeutics is a venture-backed biotech startup pioneering therapies that target lipid-metabolic pathways in cancer, metabolic, and neurodegenerative diseases.
- Advancing novel therapeutic concepts toward IND-enabling studies and clinical development.
- The Ford Center Incubator is a vibrant hub for early-stage life science companies at The Rockefeller University.
Equal Opportunity
- Lime Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer.