Retro Biosciences Hiring for Research Associate: rodent sugery Job at Redwood City, CA Full Time

We are a well-funded, untraditional bio startup based in Redwood City. We believe the deeper, underlying causes of age-related diseases are the untreated mechanisms of aging itself. By focusing on the cellular drivers of aging, We will design therapeutics eventually capable of multi-disease prevention. Our main programs are in autophagy, blood plasma-inspired therapeutics, and epigenetic reprogramming. We’re building a mission-driven team of accomplished and kind individuals who embrace our startup culture of rapid iteration, transparency, and versatility.

We have an open position for an experienced In Vivo Research Associate / Senior Research Associate to establish and support a range of activities enabling our in vivo research and clinical development.

Primary responsibilities:

• Participate in experimental design and planning
• Assist in analyzing and interpreting the data
• Perform serial blood collections, iv and ip injections on mice
• Establish and perform physical and behavioral assays on mice
• Perform tissue collections and processing
• Assist in general lab management as needed – lab stock, chemical inventory, safety records, reviewing and writing operating procedures and study protocols

Qualifications:

• BS degree in biology, veterinary science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of performing a variety of in vivo experiments involving mice or rats
• Experience breeding and maintaining mouse colonies
• Experience managing and supporting a research lab

Desirable experiences:

• Certifications: LAT, LATG (preferred)

You may be a good match for this role if:

• You are observant, detail-oriented, and take excellent notes
• You can balance multiple competing priorities, appreciate the big picture, and solve problems
• You embrace the process of adapting to new and changing situations in a startup environment
• You are open to challenges and new experiences
• You communicate clearly and proactively
• You can rapidly iterate and improve
• You are aligned with our mission

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Redwood City, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Why are you interested in this position at Retro? (you will be automatically reject if there is no answer)
• What makes you a good fit?

Experience:

• animal procedures: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location