Overview

HD Biosciences, Inc. (San Diego), a WuXi AppTec Company, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Scientist to lead our histology lab in in vivo pharmacology team for various projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with in vivo pharmacology experiments for preclinical contract research

• Perform histology and immunohistochemistry work and other special stains, when needed.

• Schedule studies, review protocols, data and reports

• Establishes scientific standards and new initiatives.

• Write and review SOPs.

• Enter data in study management software

• Participates in drafting quotations.

• Develop, implement, optimize, and validate animal models in different disease areas.

• Effectively communicate with internal colleagues and external clients to promote a world-class service.

Qualifications

Experience / Education

• Bachelors preferred with 0-1 years’ experience in Biology related field.

• Experience in handling rodents/mice in in vivo pharmacology studies a plus

• Experience in Biology Lab/ bench work experience preferred; e.g. sterile cell culture techniques, and in vitro/ex vivo immune cell-based assays in academic or industry laboratory environment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills; able to work in a team-oriented environment. Effectively collaborate across cross functional teams

• Strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in Software/websites for histology data analysis and graphing.

• Need to be able to read, write and understand English.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word, Outlook)

• Ability to multitask across several research areas/projects.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes quickly

• Detail-oriented

• Excellent organization and record-keeping skills

• High standards of scientific rigor and integrity

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work in an office environment with minimal noise conditions.

• Must be able to work in a lab setting with exposure to animals/biohazards/chemicals.

• Must not have animal allergies to applicable species in this facility.

• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE.

• Must be able to work in an environment with variable noise levels.

• Ability to stand /Sit/walk for long periods of time

• Ability to Lift 10 lbs routinely

• Ability to crouch, bend, twist, and reach

• Ability to push/pull 10 lbs routinely/often/occasionally.

• Clarity of Vision

• Ability to identify and distinguish colors

• Must be able to perform activities with repetitive motions

• Ability to climb ladders/stairs/scaffolding.

• Ability to work in variable temperatures high to freezing

• Inside/outside working conditions

Anticipated salary range: $17.41 to $22.56

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by Management.

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Job Locations US-CA-San Diego

Job ID 2024-13365