In Vivo Research Associate â CNS Focus
In Vivo Research Associate â CNS Focus
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Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented In Vivo Research Associate to support preclinical neuroscience studies through specialized rodent procedures including CNS-targeted surgeries and drug delivery techniques. This role is hands-on and highly technical involving stereotaxic surgery tissue dissection and injection methods such as ICV and IT with a strong emphasis on precision animal welfare and accurate data documentation
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct rodent surgical and technical procedures including intravenous (IV) subcutaneous (SC) intraperitoneal (IP) intracerebroventricular (ICV) and intrathecal (IT) injections.
- Perform precise stereotaxic and microsurgical procedures targeting the central nervous system (CNS).
- Dissect CNS and peripheral tissues with accuracy and care for downstream analysis.
- Carry out blood collection and processing including centrifugation of whole blood and plasma isolation via pipetting.
- Troubleshoot optimize and refine in vivo techniques according to protocol requirements.
- Maintain thorough and accurate records of experimental procedures and results in an electronic laboratory notebook (ELN) preferably Benchling.
- Work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team-oriented research environment.
- Ensure full compliance with institutional animal care and use policies standard operating procedures and best laboratory practices.
Physical Requirements:
- Frequent use of fine motor skills and steady hand-eye coordination for detailed surgical procedures.
- Regular repetitive motion involving hands wrists and arms.
- Ability to walk between research buildings climb stairs and transport laboratory materials and supplies as needed.
Qualifications :
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree (B.S.) in Neuroscience Biology or a related field with at least 5 years of relevant industry experience in in vivo pharmacology.
- Masters Degree (M.S.) in Neuroscience Biology or a related field with at least 3 years of relevant industry experience in in vivo pharmacology.
- Proven skill and proficiency in microscopic CNS surgery and fine CNS dissection techniques with the ability to validate these skills following established protocols.
- Comfortable working in a laboratory animal research environment within the industry.
- Experienced in rodent dosing techniques including intravenous (IV) subcutaneous (SC) and intraperitoneal (IP) administration.
- Proficient in stereotactic injections with demonstrated validation against established protocols.
- Strong knowledge of brain and spinal cord anatomy.
- Experience with electronic laboratory notebook (ELN) entry preferably using Benchling.
- Demonstrated attention to detail independence accountability and responsibility for own work.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintain good documentation practices.
- Commitment to safety and strict adherence to animal welfare policies.
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restrictions or sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience performing intracerebroventricular (ICV) injections in mice and intrathecal (IT) injections in rats.
- Familiarity with neuroscience-relevant in vivo models and assays supporting drug discovery programs.
- Strong interest in expanding scientific knowledge and developing surgical and technical skills related to CNS research.
Additional Information :
What to Expect in the Hiring Process:
- 10-15 Minute Phone Interview with Region Recruiter
- 45-60 Minute Virtual Interview with Manager and/or Group Leader
- 60 Minute Onsite Meeting with the Team
Additional Details:
This is a full-time onsite position based on a first-shift schedule (Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM) with occasional weekends and overtime required as needed. Candidates located within a commutable distance to Boston MA are strongly encouraged to apply.
Excellent full-time benefits include:
- Comprehensive medical coverage dental and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services (PSS) is a global award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients sites dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount co-employment and project-management worries.
We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise as well as HR and a great place to work best practices to recruit hire train and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our clients quality systems and equipment.
To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories please explore our website .
Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
