Research Associate, In Vivo Pharmacology

Seeking a Research Associate, In Vivo Pharmacology for an onsite position in Durham, North Carolina. The Research Associate will play a crucial role in supporting research efforts, including processing tissue samples, managing mouse colonies, and assisting with in vivo study activities. This lab-based role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities of the Research Associate, In Vivo Pharmacology include:

• Conduct DNA, RNA, and protein extraction from tissues or cells.
• Prepare and organize samples, paperwork, and reagents for study activities.
• Manage mouse colonies, including genotyping, weaning, identification, and electronic record updates.
• Track breeding numbers for IACUC oversight.
• Assist with in vivo study activities such as clinical observations, body weight collections, and terminal sample collections.
• Perform PCR gel electrophoresis and qPCR-based genotyping assays.
• Maintain freezer and sample inventories for the in vivo team.
• Share responsibility for maintaining vivarium equipment and tissue processing reagent inventory.
• Document all experiments and associated data in an electronic lab notebook per company policy.

Qualifications for the Research Associate, In Vivo Pharmacology include:

• Minimum B.A./B.S. in Biochemistry, Biology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Animal Science, Veterinary Science, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of in vivo and molecular biology research experience.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques such as DNA/RNA extraction.
• Familiarity with small animal handling, body weight collections, euthanasia/carcass disposal, and whole-body perfusion.
• Knowledge of MS Word and Excel is required.
• Experience with SAP, Veeva QMS, and CMMS is strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and manage multiple workstreams.

Compensation for the Research Associate, In Vivo Pharmacology:

• Salary Range: $25-$30/hour
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, sick leave (if required by law).

Keywords: In vivo pharmacology, therapeutic programs, and regulatory compliance, animal handling, dosing techniques, rodent models, biomarker discovery, preclinical studies, experimental design, protocol optimization, small animal handling, body weight collections, tissue samples, tisse, cells, DNA, RNA, qPCR

This job opens for applications on 4/30. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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