Contract - Senior Research Associate I/II – In Vivo (6 Month) - Monte Rosa Therapeutics : Job Details

Overview

Monte Rosa Therapeutics is searching for a Sr Research Associate - In Vivo on a 6-month contract to assist in executing pivotal proof-of-concept studies in pre-clinical models in mice of inflammation, immunology, and oncology, and assist in the cross-functional development of our research strategy. The role involves interacting with team members to design and execute in vivo/ex vivo pharmacology studies aimed at defining the activity and mechanism of action of compounds. This person will work primarily in our Animal Care Facility, ideally 11am-7pm, to oversee and perform afternoon/evening and weekend dosing of animals as part of study protocols. This role will have the opportunity to expand their skill set at the lab bench by performing a variety of ex vivo/in vitro experiments.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and intermediate veterinary technical tasks in mice independently, including the following:

• Optimize and perform studies to define target biology in mouse models of inflammation, oncology, and immunity for in vivo, in vitro, and ex vivo.
• Oversee breeding programs, including monitoring litters and documenting outcomes.
• Assist with cage changes and husbandry tasks as needed.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records/notebooks, procedures, and data summaries.
• Perform evening and weekend dosing of animals as part of study protocols.
• Conduct health checks to ensure animal welfare and identify any concerns.
• Carry out tissue harvests at later time points based on study requirements.
• Prepare and perform formulations for dosing studies.
• Oversee breeding programs, including monitoring litters and documenting outcomes.
• Assist with cage changes and husbandry tasks as needed.
• Processing time-sensitive biological samples.
• Perform cell culture work to support in vitro studies and downstream analysis.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Biology, Pharmacology, Animal Science, or related field with minimum 4 years relevant experience in an industry setting.• AALAS certification at the ALAT level is preferred. LVT qualification is a plus.• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed, is a must.• Prior experience necessary in handling compounds for formulation preparation, with a strong emphasis on safety and proficiency in performing necessary calculations.• Strong experience in animal handling is required, including compound administration by multiple routes, harvesting tissue and blood samples, and performing necropsy techniques. Experience with surgical techniques is a plus.• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.• Experience in culturing mammalian cell lines is advantageous.• Experience with pharmacodynamics assays of mouse tissue, including Western Blotting, ELISA/Mesoscale, and flow cytometry is a plus, but not required.• Willingness to learn new benchwork skills, including sample processing and cell culture.