Job

Research Associate II (Pre-Clinical)

Location South San Francisco, CA 94080
Date Posted February 03, 2021
Job ID 7066
Employment Type Direct Hire

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a high-priority search for a Direct Hire Research Associate specializing within in-vivo research on behalf of our client, an innovative Biotech company located in San Francisco, CA. If you are a passionate researcher who is looking to contribute to pre-clinical stage oncology projects, we would love to get connected with you!


Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to join our Pre-Clinical In Vivo team and contribute to early stage oncology projects. A successful applicant will be comfortable performing high risk/high impact research, work collaboratively across various projects to meet milestones, and play a key role in building the culture of the company as it grows. Applicants should have current knowledge of pre-clinical tumor models and animal handling and dosing.

 

The Perks:

  • Significant career growth within an innovative company
  • Flexible working hours (day shift)
  • Work with an extremely motivated growing team
  • Bright and supportive work culture
  • Opportunity to play a key role in advancing therapeutic sciences
  • Generous 401k instant-vesting employer match
  • Daily lunch program
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability benefits
  • EAP, Concierge Service, Recognition Awards and Career Development Opportunities

 

 

About you:

  • You hold a Bachelor’s degree within a life science related field.
  • You have 2 years’ experience in laboratory animal handling
  • You have extensive experience with animal dosing including (IP, IV, SC) bleeding, necropsy, and tissue harvest.
  • You are experienced in cell culturing and other bioanalytical wet laboratory techniques
  • The ability to independently perform all methods and conduct all study types commonly employed by the team.
  • You hold excellent organizational and documentation skills.
  • You work best in a team environment.
  • You are passionate and excited to contribute to pre-clinical cancer studies.

 


What You’ll Do:

  • Perform in vivo studies to evaluate efficacy in rodent models.
  • Proficient in the administration of test substances by various basic methods (i.e., IP, IV, SC, topical, etc.)
  • Proficient in rodent bleeding (cardiac puncture, submandibular, tail vein, etc.), necropsy and tissue harvest procedures.
  • Perform in vivo imaging to monitor tumor growth.
  • Manage and observe animals for general health and overall wellbeing.
  • Adhering to SOPs to ensure study integrity and quality.
  • Collaborate with research teams on relevant ex vivo assays (Flow cytometry, PCR, ELISA, IHC, etc.)
  • Maintain accurate experiment records in various internal databases and perform basic data analysis.
  • Perform other duties as directed by management.
  • Train research staff as needed.

 


Compensation:

This position offers a very competitive salary as well as full benefits package!


How to Apply:

For immediate consideration, submit your resume at: https://www.scionstaffing.com/job/7066/

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applications with arrest and conviction records.


About Our Firm:

Scion Staffing is a top temporary staffing agency and executive search firm, connecting leading companies and organizations with impeccable talent. Through our innovative team-building and staffing solutions, we bridge the gap in temporary staffing, as well as contract-to-hire employment, contingent search, and executive searches. The Business Times has recognized us as a top staffing from 2010-2019, and our clients return to us for a variety of opportunities.

Scion Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent.

 

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