Renasant Bio
Contract Research Associate ( in vivo )
Renasant Bio, Alameda, California, United States, 94501
We are looking for dedicated professionals who thrive on tackling complex challenges and are committed to improving the lives of patients. If you value innovation, collaboration, and integrity, and are eager to contribute to advancing therapies for renal diseases, we encourage you to join our team. Based in the state-of-the-art Bakar Labs in Berkeley, CA, we are focused on pioneering medicines that make a meaningful impact.
The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate with a strong background in preclinical drug discovery and in vivo research. This individual will join our dynamic team and contribute to advancing our pipeline for kidney diseases. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting in vivo research efforts, with a focus on rodent studies, animal colony management, and lab operation support. This is a projected year long contract. Responsibilities
As programs advance towards in vivo proof of concept, you will collaborate with scientists to support preclinical evaluations using rodent models. You will manage animal colonies and execute hands-on tasks related to in vivo research. Key responsibilities include: Collaborate with scientists to evaluate novel therapeutic candidates using transgenic mouse models, including target validation and mechanism of action studies. Oversee and maintain mouse colonies, including breeding, genotyping, colony expansion, and accurate inventory tracking of vivarium supplies. Perform routine in vivo tasks, including animal handling, dosing (PO, IV, IP, SC), blood and tissue collection, sample processing, anesthesia administration, and euthanasia as needed. Monitor animal health, maintain compliance with IACUC protocols, and ensure ethical standards in animal care. Provide detailed documentation of experimental protocols, observations, and results. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contributing to discussions on in vivo models and study outcomes. Adapt to the evolving needs of the team and contribute to maintaining aggressive project timelines. Requirements and Qualifications
Education: B.Sc degree in a relevant scientific field with 1-2 years of hands-on experience in preclinical research or a bachelor’s degree with equivalent relevant experience. Industry experience is advantageous but not required. in vivo Expertise: Proficiency in rodent handling required; experience with dosing techniques (e.g., PO, IV, IP, SC), blood/tissue collection, and surgical techniques a plus. Mouse Colony Management: Demonstrated experience in managing transgenic mouse colonies, including breeding, genotyping, and maintenance. Laboratory Skills: Experience with in vivo sample processing and preparation for downstream assays such as histology or molecular analyses. Team Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. Organization: Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Commitment to Safety: Adherence to laboratory safety and ethical standards in animal research. Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to team priorities and timelines in a fast-paced environment. This position emphasizes in vivo contributions and offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of developing therapeutics for kidney diseases. If you are passionate about translational research and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply. We believe in building balanced teams. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
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We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate with a strong background in preclinical drug discovery and in vivo research. This individual will join our dynamic team and contribute to advancing our pipeline for kidney diseases. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting in vivo research efforts, with a focus on rodent studies, animal colony management, and lab operation support. This is a projected year long contract. Responsibilities
As programs advance towards in vivo proof of concept, you will collaborate with scientists to support preclinical evaluations using rodent models. You will manage animal colonies and execute hands-on tasks related to in vivo research. Key responsibilities include: Collaborate with scientists to evaluate novel therapeutic candidates using transgenic mouse models, including target validation and mechanism of action studies. Oversee and maintain mouse colonies, including breeding, genotyping, colony expansion, and accurate inventory tracking of vivarium supplies. Perform routine in vivo tasks, including animal handling, dosing (PO, IV, IP, SC), blood and tissue collection, sample processing, anesthesia administration, and euthanasia as needed. Monitor animal health, maintain compliance with IACUC protocols, and ensure ethical standards in animal care. Provide detailed documentation of experimental protocols, observations, and results. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contributing to discussions on in vivo models and study outcomes. Adapt to the evolving needs of the team and contribute to maintaining aggressive project timelines. Requirements and Qualifications
Education: B.Sc degree in a relevant scientific field with 1-2 years of hands-on experience in preclinical research or a bachelor’s degree with equivalent relevant experience. Industry experience is advantageous but not required. in vivo Expertise: Proficiency in rodent handling required; experience with dosing techniques (e.g., PO, IV, IP, SC), blood/tissue collection, and surgical techniques a plus. Mouse Colony Management: Demonstrated experience in managing transgenic mouse colonies, including breeding, genotyping, and maintenance. Laboratory Skills: Experience with in vivo sample processing and preparation for downstream assays such as histology or molecular analyses. Team Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. Organization: Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Commitment to Safety: Adherence to laboratory safety and ethical standards in animal research. Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to team priorities and timelines in a fast-paced environment. This position emphasizes in vivo contributions and offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of developing therapeutics for kidney diseases. If you are passionate about translational research and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply. We believe in building balanced teams. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
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