Scripps Research · 12 hours ago
RESEARCH ASSISTANT II - In Vivo Pharmacology
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expScripps Research is a nonprofit translational research institute dedicated to creating the next generation of medicines. The Research Assistant II will support multiple drug discovery and early development programs by executing in vivo pharmacology studies and contributing to data capture and analysis under the guidance of senior scientists.
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Responsibilities
Perform day-to-day execution of in vivo pharmacology experiments (e.g., animal handling, dosing, blood/tissue collection, euthanasia/necropsy, basic surgical assistance) according to study protocols and SOPs
Prepare study reagents, compounds, and disposables; assist with compound dosing solutions and sample labeling/processing
With supervision design, execute, and analyze in vivo proof-of-concept, efficacy, and mechanistic studies in close partnership with supervisors and project teams
Support study setup and logistics (animal acclimation, equipment set-up, sample shipping, inventory management) and provide operational vivarium support as needed
Carry out routine sample preparation for downstream analysis (plasma/tissue processing, basic bioanalytical prep) and assist analytical teams as requested
Maintain accurate, detailed experimental records in compliance with institutional policies, IACUC requirements, and applicable regulations
Observe and report animal health concerns and participate in routine colony management and health surveillance activities
Collaborate closely with supervisors, principal investigators, project leads, and cross-functional partners to support program decisions
Support animal ethics and compliance activities
Perform related duties incidental to the work described herein, including operational support of vivarium-based studies as needed
Qualification
Required
Requires a bachelor's degree in a biology-related field
Requires 3-5 years' of hands-on in vivo experience (rodent handling, dosing, blood/tissue collection)
Familiarity with basic vivarium practices and standard animal welfare considerations
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate data generation and documentation
Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively on multi-disciplinary teams
Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities
Proficiency with standard productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Office)
Willingness to occasionally work off-hours, weekends, or holidays as study needs require
Preferred
Prefer prior experience with several routes of dosing (oral, IP, SC, IV) and basic surgical/anesthesia procedures
Benefits
Employer Contributed Retirement Plan – Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
Free, on-site parking
Company
Scripps Research
Scripps Research is a leader in the discovery and application of biomedical breakthroughs that improve human health.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$71.2MKey Investors
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney DiseasesThe Conrad Prebys FoundationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
2025-10-08Grant· $3.2M
2025-05-28Grant· $1M
2022-05-18Grant· $67M
Leadership Team
Ed Ramos
Director of Digital Clinical Trials, Co-founder Digital Trials Center
Caroline M.
Chief Operating Officer
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