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Animal Research Associate
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Job Description
- Req#: 32757577805
- Perform or train colleagues in small laboratory animal handling
- Conduct compound administration and dosing via multiple routes
- Carry out blood and tissue collection, sampling, and clinical observations
- Support animal ordering, husbandry oversight (including weekends), and perioperative care
- Execute in vivo studies in collaboration with scientists, including monitoring equipment and obtaining formulated diets
- Attend to facility emergencies and perform room checks during scheduled weekend shifts
- Analyze and present experimental data; contribute to ongoing study refinement
- Communicate effectively and collaborate across research and operations teams
- Maintain accurate records and operate with minimal supervision
- Associate degree with 3+ years, Bachelor's with 2+ years, or Master's with 1+ year of relevant in vivo experience in biology, pharmacology, animal science, or a related field
- Strong hands-on skills in animal dosing, bleeding, handling, and tissue collection
- Experience supporting studies in oncology, cardiometabolic diseases, or biologics
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage experiments and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work in a team and matrixed setting
- Scientific curiosity and a desire to understand biology and mechanisms of action
We are seeking a Animal Research Associate with hands-on experience in in vivo biology to support early-stage drug discovery programs. This position plays a critical role in executing tightly controlled animal studies, collecting biological samples, and collaborating across scientific teams. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise, strong organizational skills, and a team-oriented mindset to a dynamic lab environment.
Job Type: Contract (1 year with possible extension)
Location: South San Francisco, CA
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (40 hours/week)
Pay: $32-37/hr (W-2)
Note: Weekend flexibility required
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Required Qualifications:
This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!
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