Associate Scientist, Pathology

Job Description

Our Research Scientists are our Inventors. We identify and target steps in disease mechanisms or pathways that could be inhibited or enhanced. Our goal is to isolate a compound that is effective against a disease target. Using innovative thinking, state-of-the-art facilities and robust scientific methodology we collaborate to discover the next medical breakthrough.

The Pathology group within Nonclinical Drug Safety (NDS) and our Research & Development Division works with multiple departments to determine the toxicity profile for test compounds intended for human or animal health applications. Our group is seeking a highly motivated individual with strong technical skills and attention to detail to contribute to well-defined studies and complex research projects.

• Perform necropsies and record findings.
• Utilize histochemical procedures for the preparation of microscopic slides.
• Carry out assigned tasks and apply sound basic laboratory skills that include recording, evaluation, and assessment of data.
• Learn new software applications and record datasets digitally in information management systems.
• Follow well‑established Standard Operating Procedures and Good Laboratory Practices.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.
• Comply with all local, state and federal laws for conducting in‑vivo research.
• Communicate and interact with other team members.

BA/BS in Animal Science, Biology, or a related discipline

• 1+ Year laboratory experience (Pharma/Biotech or Academia)
• Experience with In‑vivo research
• Strong personal character and ethics
• Excellent academic accomplishment
• Demonstrative interpersonal and leadership skills
• Attentive to detail/quality conscious
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• High capacity for learning and self‑development

• Accountability
• Animal Science
• Biological Sciences
• Data Analysis
• Histochemistry
• Histology
• Histopathology
• Immunochemistry
• Investigative Skills
• In Vivo Assays
• Laboratory Management
• Laboratory Processes
• Microscopic Imaging
• Morphology
• Oral Communications
• Pathology
• Physiology
• Regulatory Writing
• Team Collaboration
• Toxicity Testing

• Knowledge of veterinary anatomy, surgical or postmortem procedures
• Skilled in basic Histology and Immunohistochemical techniques
• Use of LIMS systems and Microsoft Applications (e.g. Office 365)

• In Vivo Studies

Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office‑based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on‑site per week, Monday – Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote‑working day, unless business‑critical tasks require an on‑site presence.

This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in‑person attendance is required for, field‑based positions; facility‑based, manufacturing‑based, or research‑based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely.

Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”.

The salary range for this role is

$71,900.00 – $

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at

You can apply for this role through  (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The Final date to receive applications for this position is stated on this posting.

We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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