Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated research associate to join our dynamic drug discovery team. This candidate will serve a critical role in executing in vivo pharmacokinectic (PK)/pharmacodynamic (PD)/efficacy studies in mouse tumor models for projects in early discovery to the pre-IND stage. This individual will also work seamlessly with various biology functions to develop and run PD assays in the lab. This position is ideal for a talented, highly motivated and results driven individual who will thrive in a fast-paced, innovative, start-up environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct in vivo studies by providing dosing support and executing PK/PD/efficacy studies in mouse tumor models
• Maintain high-quality, detailed experimental records within the ELN
• Use organizational and communication skills to effectively collaborate with colleagues across pharmacology and biology
• May require occasional weekend oversight of experiments

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• BS in Biology or a related field
• A minimum of 2 year of relevant laboratory experience in industry
• Skilled in animal handling, tumor implant, dosing (PO/IV/SC/IP) and necropsy techniques
• Outstanding organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Experienced with pipetting and cell culture
• Understanding of molecular biology techniques such as western blotting, qPCR and other plate-based assays and desire to learn to perform these assays
• Proficiency analyzing data with excel, prism and experience using an ELN system
• Experience with StudyLog software is a plus
• Experience with models of autoimmunity/inflammation is a plus
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while maintaining the highest quality of experimental execution/quality
• Desire to contribute to teams working on challenging technical and scientific problems

Salary Range: $70,000-$120,000 annually

Location: Downtown Boston, MA

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $70,000-$120,000 annually . The actual salary offered will be based on a number of factors, including but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

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