R&D Technician I, In Vivo Pharmacology

Our expanding In Vivo Pharmacology group has an opening for a motivated individual who is dedicated to the discovery and development of innovative therapeutics, both small molecule and biologics. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the primary role of this individual will be to support hands-on execution of in vivo studies for the pharmacological evaluation of novel agents.  Additional growth opportunities will be to independently perform in vivo studies and to interact with other AbbVie research teams to coordinate delivery and testing of study derived samples.  

Key Accountabilities/Core Job Responsibilities:
• Assist team members on various tasks for support of in vivo studies testing of pharmaceutical agents

·  Excellent animal/in vivo skills for experimentation in mice, including independent proficiency on:

o   Animal handling, restraining, shaving, dosing by various routes (IV, IP, SC, PO), and tissue/blood sample collection

o   Data collection including subcutaneous tumor measurements (caliper), body weight measurement, and clinical/animal health observations

• Strong attention to detail for accurate documentation and communication of study data

• Adheres to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of hazardous/biological materials, controlled drugs and animal
• Willingness to work flexible hours/days including weekends/holidays

• Shifted work schedule:  Work days include 3 days on weekday and 2 days on

• High school diploma, or Associates/Bachelor degree in biology, toxicology, pharmacology or related disciplines, and at least 1 or more years relevant experience working with mice

• Must be a team player in a matrixed environment with excellent oral and written communication skills

• Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and record-keeping skills is required

• Enthusiastic individual motivated to learn new techniques, ability to troubleshoot/improve as needed

• Experience with basic sterile techniques as well as rodent micro-surgical experience are a plus

• Basic computer skills

Preferred:

• Experience in small animal tumor biology studies

• Previous IACUC laboratory animal training/experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Pharma industry experience

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