Research Associate-In Vivo

Join the Spark Team

We were born of innovation, springing from the curiosity, imagination and dedication of remarkable scientists and healthcare visionaries. Our shared mission is to challenge the inevitability of genetic disease by discovering, developing, and delivering treatments in ways unimaginable – until now.

We don’t follow footsteps. We create the path.

The In Vivo research associate will be responsible for performing in vivo studies to support all the therapeutic areas of the translational deperatment.

• Follow multiple concurrent studies according to the experimental design.
• Oversee and perform large numbers of in vivo studies concurrently.
• Perform IV/IP/PO/SC injections in mice and rats, monitor animal health, collect blood samples, perform necropsies and record data.
• Maintain mouse breeding colonies 
• Scheduling and following multiple concurrent studies according to the experimental design
• Perform and oversee technical procedures  for animal studies
• Animal, general supplies  and reagent ordering  Work crossfunctionally with CNS, liver and ocular team and provide support to other R&D in vivo as needed.

Responsibilities:

80% Perform in vivo experiments in laboratory animals according to applicable regulations; studies will utilize mice and other species, as needed

20%  

Responsible for all safety aspects and best practices.

Ensure departmental goals and objectives are met and aligned to the broader organizational goals and objectives

Requirements: 

• Minimum 3 to 5 years hands on experience with rodents required
• Handling, restraining, dosing (IP,IM and IV) and blood collection experience required
• Experience with managing transgenic mouse colonies required
• Keep accurate records, follow instructions and comply with company policies
• Experience with AAV vectors is preferred
• Experience with IACUC protocols is preferred

Competencies: 

• Strong organizational skills.
• Detail oriented
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple programs.