Research Associate I, in vivo Core

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Who You Are

The in vivo Research Core serves as a central resource team to the Scientists in support of the development and implementation of in vivo models and studies. The Research Associate I, in vivo Core will broadly support core operations and report to the in vivo Research Core Manager. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, self-driven individual, and have broad technical competencies for in vivo technical support.  Key to the responsibilities will be maintaining breeding colonies and executing in vivo studies for rodent models at the Altos San Diego Institute.

Responsibilities

• Conduct breeding activities including breeding pair establishment, checking plugs, determining pregnancy, weaning, identification, and sample collection for genotyping
• Provide general husbandry, health observations, welfare duties and perform cage change procedures in the breeding colony
• Maintain accurate breeding and colony records; competent in colony software systems (i.e. SoftMouse, LIMS, Transnetyx, etc.)
• Competent with in vivo methodology techniques (e.g., dosing, sample collection, physiological monitoring, necropsy)
• Support in vivo imaging modalities (IVIS)
• Triage clinical cases, provide treatment and care for two sites including weekend and holiday support
• Adhere to all applicable IACUC protocols, SOP’s, business practices and company policies
• Ability to work in a fast-growing environment independently and effectively with minimal supervision under the timelines provided by managemen

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree with 2-3 years of relevant experience
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse group of scientists for various projects as appropriate
• Proficient written, communication and presentation skills with the ability to present to diverse audiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a strong commitment to animal welfare and compliance. Knowledge of regulatory and compliance functions (IACUC, AAALAC, The Guide, etc.)
• AALAS certification at the LATG level and/or RVT

The salary range for this role is $80,750 - $109,250

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