Senior Associate Scientist, In Vivo Technical Support Team
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
1 month ago
On-site
Cambridge, MA
Operations
Key Responsibilities:
- Organizes and performs pre-study activities (e.g., collaborates with contributing scientists on protocol development, test article procurement, and animal ordering)
- Performs dose calculations and formulates dosing solutions
- Performs study procedures (dosing, clinical signs, body weights, blood collections, necropsy, and tissue collections) on mice and rats
- Uses Excel and/or electronic data capture systems to collect study data
- Performs QC checks on study data
- Writes first drafts of study reports and works with Principal Investigators to complete study reports
- Uses Excel or GraphPad Prism to graph key study parameters
- Communicates effectively in meetings and manages conflict
- Maintains a safe and clean working environment while complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
- Performs other duties as assigned by manager
Qualifications:
- BS in Biology (or related) with 5+ years of relevant rodent (rats/mice) research experience; nonclinical drug discovery/development experience a plus
- Exceptional organizational skills; ability to generate high-quality data
- Proficiency in dose administration to rats and mice (SC, IV, PO, IT, IM)
- Proficiency in rodent blood collection (tail vein, submandibular, terminal)
- Ability to discern and document abnormal behavior and clinical signs
- Mathematics skills for dilutions and dose projections
- Demonstrated proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and GraphPad Prism; electronic data capture experience (e.g., Xybion, Provantis) a plus
- Knowledge of rat/mouse anatomy for necropsies and tissue collections
- Flexible, able to work on tight deadlines
- Understanding of basic and applied research; adherence to Animal Welfare Guidelines
- ALAT or LAT certification a plus
- Effective written and verbal communication; strong interpersonal skills/teamwork
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in a standing position for prolonged periods
- Personal accountability; highly organized/detail oriented; committed to professional development and continuous learning
Benefits (as stated):
- Medical, dental, vision; life and disability insurance; lifestyle reimbursement; flexible spending/HSAs; 401(k) match
- Paid time off, wellness days, holidays, and two company-wide recharge breaks
- Family resources and leave
Compensation (as stated):
- U.S. pay range: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00
- Organizes and performs pre-study activities (e.g., collaborates with contributing scientists on protocol development, test article procurement, and animal ordering)
- Performs dose calculations and formulates dosing solutions
- Performs study procedures (dosing, clinical signs, body weights, blood collections, necropsy, and tissue collections) on mice and rats
- Uses Excel and/or electronic data capture systems to collect study data
- Performs QC checks on study data
- Writes first drafts of study reports and works with Principal Investigators to complete study reports
- Uses Excel or GraphPad Prism to graph key study parameters
- Communicates effectively in meetings and manages conflict
- Maintains a safe and clean working environment while complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
- Performs other duties as assigned by manager
Qualifications:
- BS in Biology (or related) with 5+ years of relevant rodent (rats/mice) research experience; nonclinical drug discovery/development experience a plus
- Exceptional organizational skills; ability to generate high-quality data
- Proficiency in dose administration to rats and mice (SC, IV, PO, IT, IM)
- Proficiency in rodent blood collection (tail vein, submandibular, terminal)
- Ability to discern and document abnormal behavior and clinical signs
- Mathematics skills for dilutions and dose projections
- Demonstrated proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and GraphPad Prism; electronic data capture experience (e.g., Xybion, Provantis) a plus
- Knowledge of rat/mouse anatomy for necropsies and tissue collections
- Flexible, able to work on tight deadlines
- Understanding of basic and applied research; adherence to Animal Welfare Guidelines
- ALAT or LAT certification a plus
- Effective written and verbal communication; strong interpersonal skills/teamwork
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in a standing position for prolonged periods
- Personal accountability; highly organized/detail oriented; committed to professional development and continuous learning
Benefits (as stated):
- Medical, dental, vision; life and disability insurance; lifestyle reimbursement; flexible spending/HSAs; 401(k) match
- Paid time off, wellness days, holidays, and two company-wide recharge breaks
- Family resources and leave
Compensation (as stated):
- U.S. pay range: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00