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About the Role

The Scientist position will provide study support and world-class animal care to impact drug development and discovery and improve human health. Study support encompasses conducting all aspects of a study including meeting with investigators, ordering animals, compound formulation and administration, sampling, tissue collection, body scores or weights, coordinating the use of imaging modalities, sampling processing, shipping and receiving compounds or samples, as well as some routine veterinary and animal colony management tasks. The ideal candidate should be team oriented, value workplace partnership and can work with minimal to no supervision. The role also requires rotation weekend/holiday work and the ability to apply sound technical skills to assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

Contribute to execution of in vivo studies in rodents including animal ordering, compound administration, dosing (all routes with emphasis on intravenous), surgical procedures, clinical observations, sampling, and tissue collection.
Manage study timelines and maintain accurate, timely, and well-organized records of animal treatments, study data, procedures, inventories, research protocols, and reports.
Carry out research and medical treatment regimens for research animals under the guidance of the Veterinarian including weekends and holidays.
Work independently and be proactive in seeking opportunities, while also contributing positively to team dynamics.
Support activities and in the areas of inspection readiness, safety initiatives, cost containment, efficiency, productivity, energy conservation, waste minimization, operational excellence, and lean practices.
Learn new procedures to support other in vivo studies and vivarium operations as needed.

Requirements

A minimum of (2) years in a Research in vivo field.
Demonstrated in vivo research experience including handling, dosing, sample collection, anesthesia and surgical procedures.
Demonstrable passion for animal care and welfare.
Ability to follow procedures and thoroughly document data collection results.
Competency to independently recognize challenges (technical, scientific, or study-related) and provide relevant input for solution/problem solving.
Proactive, innovative, and solution-oriented mindset.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and with a team.
Willing to work weekends and holidays on rotation.
San Francisco Residents Only: Will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Los Angeles Residents Only: Will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Skills

Animal Handling
Animal Science
Biology
Blood Specimen Collection
Data Recording
Drug Development
Ethical Standards
In Vivo Models
In Vivo Studies
Laboratory Animal Sciences
Laboratory Documentation
Life Science
Surgical Procedures
Tissue Collection
Veterinary Technology
ALAT, AAALAS certification
Registered Laboratory Animal Technologist (RLATG)

Location

USA - California - South San Francisco (Grand Ave)

Work Type

Regular
Domestic Relocation
10% Travel
1st - Day Shift

Experience Level

2+ years in a Research in vivo field

Education Level

B.S. or M.S. in Biology or related field

Salary/Compensations

$108,000.00 - $170,100.00

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
Paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

About the Company

Our Research Laboratories in South San Francisco is focused on driving discovery research. Our multi-disciplinary discovery research site offers state-of- the-art resources to explore the most promising science combined with our Company’s world-class Research and Discovery expertise in small molecules and biologics. Located within the heart of the Bay area’s biomedical community, research conducted in the new laboratories spans exploratory biology through early clinical development and is an integral part of our Company’s powerful world-class network of drug and vaccine discovery.
We are inspired by the belief that a research-focused enterprise dedicated to scientific excellence can create medicines and vaccines that save and improve lives. Every employee is building on our proud legacy of scientific breakthrough. Our ability to impact the lives of patients worldwide relies on the integrity, creativity, humility and scientific acumen of our team. We are creating a diverse organization that is inspired by invention and founded on a culture of respect and collaboration. At our Research Labs, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your knowledge and skills through partnership with talented and dedicated colleagues while advancing your career.
We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively.

Equal Opportunity

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement
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