Research Associate, In Vivo Hub

What You Will Contribute To Altos

The In Vivo Hub Research Core serves as a central resource team to the Scientists in support of the development and implementation of in vivo models. The Research Associate I, In Vivo Hub will broadly support core operations and report to the In Vivo Hub 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 assisting scientists with in vivo methodology techniques and treating Health Cases at the Altos San Diego Institute.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in basic in vivo methodology techniques (e.g., dosing, sample collection, physiological monitoring, necropsy)
• Triage clinical cases, provide treatment and care for two sites including weekend and holiday support
• Maintain accurate records; competent in colony software systems (i.e. Benchling, SoftMouse, Transnetyx, etc.)
• Manages breeding colonies maintenance including selection for mating, phenotype, genotype, breeding performance, weaning and replacement.
• Conduct breeding activities including setting up matings, time mating activities, determining pregnancy, weaning, identification, and sample collection for genotyping at two sites
• Provide general husbandry, health observations, welfare duties and perform cage change procedures.
• 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 supervision under the timelines provided by management

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications

• BS degree in Animal Studies, Biology, Life Sciences or equivalent
  1-2 years hands-on experience in dosing, sample collection, study support and other relevant experience
• Breeding and maintenance experience in managing colonies
• Experience using colony management software systems
• Knowledge and experience to perform general husbandry, health observations, welfare duties and perform cage change procedures
• 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 LAT level or higher, and/or RVT

The salary range for San Diego, CA:

Research Associate I, : $84,150 – $113,850
Research Associate II : $101,150 – $136,850
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.