Senior Associate; In Vivo Pharmacokinetics and Drug Metabolism

Senior Associate What you will do

We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and collaborative Senior Associate to support In Vivo Pharmacokinetics and Drug Metabolism Bioanalytical (PKDM-BA) research activities within a dynamic drug discovery environment. This role is designed to work closely with and support senior scientists and experienced research team members in advancing novel therapeutic candidates across a diverse multimodality portfolio. The successful candidate will contribute to preclinical in vivo PKDM studies focused specifically on mouse and rat models while developing technical expertise within a highly collaborative research setting.

• Support senior team members in the execution of preclinical in vivo PKDM-BA studies using mouse and rat models.
• Assist with routine handling, restraint, husbandry support, and dosing of mice and rats through multiple administration routes including intravenous (IV), oral gavage (PO), subcutaneous (SC), and intraperitoneal (IP).
• Perform biological sample collection from rodents including blood, plasma, serum, urine, feces, and tissue specimens under the guidance of experienced scientists and study leads.
• Conduct clinical observations, monitor rodent health and welfare, and accurately document findings in accordance with study protocols and institutional guidelines.
• Support rodent necropsy procedures, tissue collection and processing, and basic surgical manipulations as directed by senior staff.
• Prepare study materials, dosing formulations, laboratory supplies, and associated documentation to facilitate efficient study execution.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and compliant experimental records and laboratory documentation.
• Assist with laboratory organization, equipment readiness, and inventory management of research consumables and animal study supplies.
• Adhere to institutional animal care and use guidelines, SOPs, and laboratory safety procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with scientists, veterinarians, and laboratory staff to support research timelines and study objectives.
• Participate in team meetings, technical training, and discussions to build technical knowledge and professional development.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, workflow optimization, and operational excellence activities within the vivarium and laboratory environment.

The successful candidate will partner closely with senior team members, scientists, and cross-functional research teams to assist in the execution of rodent studies, biological specimen collection, dosing procedures, study preparation, and experimental documentation. This position offers valuable hands‑on experience supporting PKDM, ADME, and translational research activities critical to early drug development.

• Master’s degree
• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of rodent laboratory animal research experience
• Associate degree with a minimum of 4 years of rodent laboratory animal research experience
• High school diploma / GED with a minimum of 6 years of rodent laboratory animal research experience

• Undergraduate degree in Biology, Chemistry, Animal Science, Pharmacology, or related life science discipline.
• Hands‑on experience working with mice and rats in academic, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical research environments.
• Experience supporting senior researchers in pharmacokinetic (PK), ADME, or bioanalytical studies in rodent models.
• Familiarity with rodent handling, restraint, dosing techniques, blood collection, and sample processing procedures.
• Basic understanding of pharmacokinetics and the role of in vivo PK studies in advancing therapeutic candidates through preclinical drug development.
• Strong organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented research environment while continuing to build independent technical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced research setting with guidance from senior team members.
• Willingness to learn advanced rodent surgical support techniques and specialized in‑vivo research…