Job Description
Under the direction of the Director of QC Bioassays you will perform general laboratory research and experiments following established protocols and SOPs. The Research Associate will perform routine laboratory and equipment maintenance, assist with ongoing research projects either independently or as a team member, analyze and archive study data.
This is a 12-month contract onsite in Newark, California.
Responsibilities:
- Perform and assist principal investigators with animal studies that may include: Dose administration – IP (intraperitoneal), intradermal, subcutaneous (SQ), intramuscular (IM), and oral gavage.
- Daily mice weighing, daily scoring after dosing completion.
- Assist team with daily preparation for dosing.
- Necropsy, tissue/organ dissection if needed.
- Observe and communicate animal health conditions to appropriate personnel.
- Responsible for maintaining and archiving all study data files (electronic and hard copies).
- Understand and follow relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Protocol requirements regarding all laboratory activities assigned.
- Learn new in vitro/in vivo models as required and conduct them under general supervision.
- Responsible for general lab maintenance.
- Ensure adherence to GMPs, GLPs, and GDPs where required.
- Learn and develop proficiency in JMP analysis.
- Assist team members with ongoing studies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in biology
- 1+ years of laboratory experience
- Experienced with research animal handling (mice, rats, guinea pigs, and rabbits) and capable of basic dose formulation
- Prior experience reviewing and analyzing study data
- Basic knowledge of laboratory practices and equipment techniques (handling pipettes, scales, etc.)
- Prior experience working with MS Package (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word)
- Available for weekend work
Salary
Why Choose R&D Partners?
As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA
- Dental & Vision insurance
- 401k plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long-term disability
- Weekly payroll
- Expense reimbursement
- Online timecard approval
R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.
R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.
Job Tags
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