Research Associate I
Spectraforce
Newark, California
2 hours ago
Job Description
Job Title: Research Associate I
Department: QC Bioassays
Location: Newark, CA
Reports To: Supervisor, QC Bioassays
Duration: 6 Months
Job Summary: Under the direction of the Director of QC Bioassays or department Supervisor, perform general laboratory research and experiments following established protocols and SOPs. The Research Associate I will perform routine laboratory and equipment maintenance, assist with ongoing research projects either independently or as a team member, and analyze and archive study data.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
• Perform and assist principal investigators with animal studies that may include:
• Dose administration – IP (intraperitoneal), intradermal, subcutaneous (SQ), intramuscular (IM), and oral gavage
• Daily mice weighing, daily Scoring after dosing completion
• Assist team with daily preparation for dosing
• Necropsy, tissue/organ dissection if needed
• Observe and communicate animal health conditions to appropriate personnel.
• Responsible for maintaining and archiving all study data files (electronic and hard copies)
• Understand and follow relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Protocol requirements regarding all laboratory activities assigned or engaged in
• Learn new in vitro/in vivo models as required and conduct them under general supervision
• Responsible for general lab maintenance
• Use proper record keeping (GDP) to document work activities.
• Learn and develop proficiency in JMP analysis
• Assist team members with ongoing studies
Education:
• Minimum Required: Basic/general laboratory courses or experience
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in biology or relevant field
Experience:
• Minimum Required: Some experience working in a laboratory setting
• Preferred: One year in related/relevant industry
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Minimum Required:
• Experienced with research animal handling (mice, rats, guinea pigs, and rabbits)
• Basic knowledge of laboratory practices and equipment techniques (handling pipettes, scales, etc.)
• Prior experience working with MS Package (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word)
• Available for weekend work
Preferred:
• Capable of basic dose formulation
• Prior experience reviewing and analyzing study data
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 35.79/hr.
Department: QC Bioassays
Location: Newark, CA
Reports To: Supervisor, QC Bioassays
Duration: 6 Months
Job Summary: Under the direction of the Director of QC Bioassays or department Supervisor, perform general laboratory research and experiments following established protocols and SOPs. The Research Associate I will perform routine laboratory and equipment maintenance, assist with ongoing research projects either independently or as a team member, and analyze and archive study data.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
• Perform and assist principal investigators with animal studies that may include:
• Dose administration – IP (intraperitoneal), intradermal, subcutaneous (SQ), intramuscular (IM), and oral gavage
• Daily mice weighing, daily Scoring after dosing completion
• Assist team with daily preparation for dosing
• Necropsy, tissue/organ dissection if needed
• Observe and communicate animal health conditions to appropriate personnel.
• Responsible for maintaining and archiving all study data files (electronic and hard copies)
• Understand and follow relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Protocol requirements regarding all laboratory activities assigned or engaged in
• Learn new in vitro/in vivo models as required and conduct them under general supervision
• Responsible for general lab maintenance
• Use proper record keeping (GDP) to document work activities.
• Learn and develop proficiency in JMP analysis
• Assist team members with ongoing studies
Education:
• Minimum Required: Basic/general laboratory courses or experience
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in biology or relevant field
Experience:
• Minimum Required: Some experience working in a laboratory setting
• Preferred: One year in related/relevant industry
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Minimum Required:
• Experienced with research animal handling (mice, rats, guinea pigs, and rabbits)
• Basic knowledge of laboratory practices and equipment techniques (handling pipettes, scales, etc.)
• Prior experience working with MS Package (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word)
• Available for weekend work
Preferred:
• Capable of basic dose formulation
• Prior experience reviewing and analyzing study data
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 35.79/hr.