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Research Associate – Vivarium Operations

Company

Institutionally backed, stealth-stage biotech company focused on neuroscience and the development of novel therapeutics.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Technician or Research Associate to support our in vivo research programs by managing daily vivarium operations and assisting with animal studies. This individual will play a critical role in maintaining mouse colonies, ensuring high-quality animal care and study execution, and supporting preclinical research activities. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced research environment.

Primary Responsibilities

Vivarium & Colony Management

• Manage and maintain mouse colonies.
• Perform breeding, colony management, and pedigree tracking.
• Wean pups, identify animals, and maintain accurate colony records.
• Coordinate colony expansion and reduction based on research needs.
• Ensure compliance with institutional animal care protocols and regulatory requirements.

Genotyping

• Collect tissue samples for genotyping
• Maintain accurate genotyping records and ensure timely identification of animals for experimental use.

In Vivo Procedures

• Monitor animal health and document observations throughout studies.
• Assist with necropsy and tissue collection.
• Perform tissue dissections while maintaining sample integrity.
• Properly label, process, and store biological specimens according to study protocols.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain detailed and accurate electronic records.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), IACUC protocols, and institutional guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with animal welfare and biosafety requirements.

Qualifications

Required

• 2-3 years of hands-on experience working with laboratory rodents.
• Experience with mouse breeding, colony maintenance, and weaning.
• Experience collecting samples for genotyping.
• Experience with rodent handling and restraint.
• Bachelor's degree

Preferred

• Experience with subcutaneous and intraperitoneal injections, and other common routes of administration.
• Experience performing tail vein blood collection and terminal cardiac puncture.
• Experience with tissue collection and dissection.
• Experience performing rodent brain dissections.
• Experience working with transgenic mouse models.
• Familiarity with electronic colony management systems (e.g., SoftMouse, Tick@Lab, Mosaic Vivarium, or similar).
• Experience supporting neuroscience or genetic disease research.

Key Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong record-keeping and documentation practices.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic research environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to high standards of animal welfare and scientific rigor.
• Positive attitude and willingness to support team goals.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in an animal facility environment.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).