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Institute Associate Scientist III - In Vivo Pharmacology
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Education
Required: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Enzymology, Pharmacology, Chemistry or related field.
Preferred: Master's degree in biology or molecular biology
Master's degree in a related field, such as biology or molecular biology
Experience
Required: Three years of relevant research experience in lab. With preferred degree, one year of required experience.
Preferred:
1. In vivo pharmacology experience including animal handling, dosing, and conducting drug PK/PD and efficacy studies with mice is required.
2. Experience with in vivo models including subcutaneous and orthotopic xenografts and/or genetically engineered models of cancer.
3. Experience maintaining cell lines in tissue culture, preparing reagents and dosing solutions.
4. Hands-on experience administering test agents by gavage or intravenous and intraperitoneal injections required.
5. Ability to perform tumor measurements is essential.
6. Must have prior experience with minor animal survival and non-survival surgery for specimen collection and characterization.
7. Experience with in vivo imaging modalities and the evaluation of tissues and biological fluids for molecular and/or biochemical endpoints are desired.
8. The position requires a highly self-motivated individual, with outstanding organizational skills, the ability to effectively present results and conclusions to co-workers, collaborators and manager. Ability to work well under pressure and drive personal and team objectives that impact critical timelines is expected. A collaborative attitude is essential for this position.
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