Pay -$48.37/hr on w2
LOCATION: Lexington, MA (local candidates only)
REPORTING DETAILS: On-site, 5 days/wk
DURATION: 1 year

TOP SKILLS PER MGR:
- Hands on experience with mouse handling and necropsy
- Hands on experience with RNA extraction from tissue samples
- Hands on experience with RT-qPCR assays

JOB TITLE: Research Associate II - Nonclinical Pharmacology

Purpose:
To provide technical laboratory research support advancing the development of our growing pipeline of product candidates.

Essential Functions:
• Work with research scientists to plan and perform lab-based studies to support various projects.
• Assist and independently perform dosing (sc, iv, etc..) in rodents (mouse and rat).
• Assist and independently perform rodent handling, necropsy, plasma and tissue collection.
• Experience in basic molecular biology techniques required, including RNA extraction from tissue samples, developing and performing RT-qPCR assays, and troubleshooting.
• Analyse rodent and/or non-human primates' blood and tissues samples using research-based molecular biology methods.
• Efficiently and transparently communicate learnings, knowledge and skills to promote cross-functional teamwork.
• Support research scientist in report writing, data QC and any administrative tasks.
• Other desirable skills include: ELISA, gel shift assay (EMSA).

Physical Requirements:
• No overnight travel required.
• Works with animal blood and tissue; works in a laboratory environment that may include hazardous chemicals and blood borne pathogens.
• Lab exposure may include hazardous chemicals and blood-borne pathogens.

Qualifications
• Bachelor's or master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience working in a team environment required, industry (CRO, pharmaceutical, bio-tech) experience is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills for integrating and interpreting interdisciplinary data.
• Experience with study data and report QC is a plus.

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