Research Associate - Biology - II

ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is currently seeking an In Research Associate - Biology - II - Onsite for a position located in Foster City, CA. This is an 18+ month contract opportunity.

Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated In Vivo Research Associate to join an Oncology in vivo pharmacology team. The selected candidate will provide in vivo study support for evaluating oncology therapeutics in pre-clinical models and will be responsible for daily in vivo study execution, data analysis and organization, as well as project team responsibilities. A minor amount of scheduling flexibility, including off-shift and weekend, may be required.
Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate will be proficient in murine handling techniques including various dosing routes (IV, IP, PO, RO, subcutaneous), in-life and terminal blood collection, and handling of tissues during necropsy and processing for ex vivo analysis.
• The day-to-day responsibilities will include daily dosing, daily tumor measurements, tissue collections, and assisting with various aspects of study and facility maintenance.
• In addition to daily hands-on lab responsibilities, the position will have project team responsibilities including attending meetings to determine appropriate study design, organization of data, and presentation of results.

Requirements:

• MS or BS with a minimum of 2-3 years of post-graduate hands on experience or demonstrate equivalent work experience with murine models of cancer, inflammation and/or immunology.
• Strong biology background with understanding of basic pharmacology.
• Demonstrated ability to design, execute, and analyze experiments.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, along with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Proficiency with MS suite including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and graph data using Graph Pad prism or equivalent.
• Only candidates available and ready to work directly as ApTask employees will be considered for this position.

Desired skills:

• Experience with more advanced in vivo techniques: surgery, anesthesia.
• Experience with Study Log data collection software is desired.
• Experience with tissue culture is desired.
• Experience with in vivo imaging is desired.

Pay rate:$45.00 - $50.00 an hour

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)
ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.

Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

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ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.