Senior Research Associate in vivo Biology
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Job Title:
Senior Research Associate in vivo Biology
Location:
San Diego CA
Position type:
FLSA:
Full time
NonExempt
Department:
Finance ID:
Biology
1201R55492BF
Profoundly Improve Peoples Lives by Revolutionizing the Delivery of RNA Therapeutics
At Avidity Biosciences we are passionate about the impact of every employee in realizing our vision of improving peoples lives by delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics. Avidity is revolutionizing the field of RNA with its proprietary AOCs which are designed to combine the specificity of monoclonal antibodies with the precision of oligonucleotide therapies to address targets and diseases previously unreachable with existing RNA therapies. If you are a committed solutionoriented thinker join us in making a difference and become part of our growing culture that is integrated collaborative agile and focused on the needs of patients.
Avidity Biosciences Inc.s mission is to profoundly improve peoples lives by delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates (AOCs). Utilizing its proprietary AOC platform Avidity demonstrated the firstever successful targeted delivery of RNA into muscle and is leading the field with clinical development programs for three rare muscle diseases: myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1 Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD). Avidity is broadening the reach of AOCs with its advancing and expanding pipeline including programs in cardiology and immunology through internal discovery efforts and key partnerships. Avidity is headquartered inSan Diego CA.For more information about our AOC platform clinical development pipeline and people please visit and engage with us on LinkedIn and X.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced in vivo Biology Research Associate to characterize in vivo properties of novel therapeutic Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates that deliver nucleic acids. The candidate will be part of a small team responsible for executing in vivo animal studies across multiple projects including PK PD and biomarker analyses. Prior experience with rodent handling multiple dosing routes blood collection and tissue sample collection is required. The associate will closely collaborate with colleagues in preclinical discovery and present scientific results to multidisciplinary teams and senior management.
What You Will Contribute
- Drive forward preclinical research projects to expand Aviditys AOC platform through in vivo data.
- Research and incorporate new techniques when applicable to expand in vivo team capabilities
- Provide input on in vivo experimental design across platform projects.
- Collaborate with team members across multiple departments throughout Avidity to deliver on corporate goals
What We Seek
- B.S./B.A. degree in the biological sciences with at least 2 years of relevant in vivo animal study experience preferably in an industry setting
- Proficient in various mouse and rat dosing techniques IV SC IP RO ICV ITH. Must have high proficiency in IV dose administration in C57BlL/6 background mice.
- Proficient in survival and terminal bleeding techniques RO Tail Submental Cardiac.
- Demonstrate proper handling of biological samples and protein biologics
- Knowledge of laboratory rodent behavior anatomy and guiding principles for animal welfare
- Surgical and/or microdissection experience preferred
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail including the ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
- Proficient computer and data collection/analysis skills Microsoft Office Suite Prism Benchling preferred
- Ability to work and troubleshoot independently and in a team setting.
Physical Requirements/Demands
- Repetitive motions that may include thefingerswrists hands and/or legs
- Remaining in a stationary position oftenstandingor sitting for prolonged periods
- Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds.
- Operating machineryand laboratoryequipment
- Exposure to animal allergens
Environmental Conditions
- Low and Vivarium temperatures
- Noisy environments
- Exposure to general laboratory and vivarium environment conditions.
- Exposure to general office environment conditions.
What We Will Provide To You
- The base salary range for this role is $40/hr. $45/hr. The final compensation will be commensurate with relevant experience skillset internal equity and market factors.
- Avidity offers competitive compensation and benefits including the opportunity for annual and spot bonuses stock options and RSUs as well as a 401(k) with an employer match. In addition the comprehensive wellness program includes coverage for medical dental vision and LTD and four weeks of time off.
- A commitment to learning and development including a variety of internal programming developed by and for Avidity employees opportunities for jobspecific training offered by industry and an education reimbursement program.
Avidity Biosciences
10578 Science Center Dr. Suite 125
San Diego CA
92121
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