Research Associate

6 days ago


Worcester, Massachusetts, United States Conigen Bioscience, Inc. Full time
About Conigen Bioscience

We are a science-driven life science reagent tools company based in Worcester, MA. Our innovative platform integrates cutting-edge immunology, virology, molecular biology, and cell biology to develop novel reagents and high-quality assays for a broad range of targets, advancing the discovery of therapeutics.

We thrive on a highly dynamic, entrepreneurial spirit and embrace automation-driven solutions. We are seeking collaborative, relentless problem solvers who share our passion for making an impact.

Job Summary

We are seeking an energetic Research Technician to work collaboratively with our scientific team to perform bio-methods for small laboratory animals such as mice and rats and other wet lab procedures.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform basic bio-methods for small laboratory animals, such as handling (i.e. restraint, ear notch, clinical observations, body weights, tail tipping), dosing (i.e. IM, SC, IP), blood collection (i.e., cardiac, RO, tail tip), and basic necropsies.
  • Perform animal colony tracking, daily observation, randomizing animals for study, and preparing and maintaining cage cards and procedure records.
  • Perform basic wet lab procedures such as ELISA, tube labeling, basic solution and dosing material preparation, and sample processing, storage and tracking.
  • Responsible for dilution calculations, extensive mouse and rat handling & manipulations, & dosing procedures.
  • Follow instructions and protocols to perform experiments
  • Routine wet lab duties under supervision of a scientist
  • Accurate entry of data including lab IT systems and databases. Maintain appropriate documentation as required by protocols and SOP's.
  • Perform general lab sanitation, maintain consumables and reagents, and maintain equipment through calibration, validation and monitoring.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in a life science such as Biology, Animal Science or equivalent.
  • 1+ years of lab and small laboratory animal in vivo study experience.
  • Experience with mouse tail vein, intraperitoneal, subcutaneous, and intra-muscular injections in mice and rats.
  • Small animal handling skills and ability to learn techniques.
  • Basic knowledge in biology/biochemistry.
  • Learns quickly, collaborative and good communication skills.
  • Regular & dependable attendance to maintain workflow and details.
  • Demonstrated successful record keeping skills, independent data analysis, and reporting of data in written and oral formats.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills sufficient to permit clear and effective exchange of information with people representing a wide diversity of disciplines and levels of sophistication.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while consistently maintaining a positive and professional demeanor. Ability to be flexible and multi-task.
  • Ability to work with computer software and databases such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

Conigen Bioscience is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against an applicant or employee because of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.


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