Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job Summary

Medicilon is seeking an entry-level Research Associate to support in vivo, non-tumor disease model studies using rodent models. This role focuses on hands-on animal study execution while ensuring animal health, welfare, and regulatory compliance. You will work closely with scientists and veterinary staff to support preclinical research programs.

Key Responsibilities

Perform routine animal handling and restraint using approved procedures

Understand and adherence to safety, animal welfare, and regulatory standards

Prepare formulations and perform dose calculations

Administer test articles via common routes (e.g., oral gavage, IV, SC, IP)

Conduct basic tissue and blood collection (e.g., spleen, liver, cardiac puncture, IV sampling)

Monitor animals during in-life phases, including body weight, clinical observations, and measurements

Observe and report animal health and welfare concerns during procedures

Support study setup activities, including:

IACUC and protocol review

Labeling of collection materials

Animal room and study room preparation

Execute laboratory work in accordance with approved study plans, IACUC protocols, and SOPs

Qualifications

Required:

A.A./A.S. or B.A./B.S. in animal science, life sciences, or a related field

6–12 months of hands-on laboratory animal experience

Preferred:

Basic in vivo technical skills

ALAT certification

Familiarity with regulated research environments (GLP experience a plus)