General Toxicology Associate Scientist

The Associate investigator will be responsible for conducting studies which includes protocol reviews, in-life data collection (both electronically and written), collecting biological samples, and performing procedures according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Job Responsibility

The duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Ensure the welfare of laboratory rodents in the testing facility.
• Uphold study integrity.
• Careful handling/restraint of laboratory rodents.
• Test material administration by various routes of exposure, e.g. dietary, oral gavage, intraperitoneal injection, subcutaneous injection.
• Determining and recording animal body weights, clinical observations, holding for eye exams, and other in-life study functions.
• Collecting biological samples which can include, urine, feces, and blood (tail venipuncture).
• Data collection using manual and electronic methods (including Provantis and Microsoft software systems).
• Collecting, recording, documenting, and reporting results with a high degree of accuracy and precision in a timely manner.
• Understanding and following all relevant SOPs, GLPs, and safety guidelines.
• Learning and refining new laboratory skills as applicable.
• Maintaining study records and data in in a well-organized manner.
• Communicating effectively with Study Directors, Supervisors, attending Veterinarians, and other relevant staff members within the company.
• Assisting other Associates and completing other tasks as assigned.
• Working weekends, holidays, and or external hours on a rotating schedule.

Job Requirements

• B.S. degree in animal science, biology, or related field or an equivalent of a combination of applicable work experience and higher education.
• 2-5 Years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team setting with minimal supervision.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software programs.