Research Associate

R&D Partners is seeking to hire a Research Associate I in South San Francisco, CA.

Your main responsibilities as a Research Associate I:

(S)He will be part of the PK technology/operations group and will be supporting the larger PTPK department in their execution of PK studies of molecule characterization as well as preclinical models development to determine the PK and metabolic fate of our candidate therapeutics.

The hands-on activities will include working with PK Scientists on PK study designs, coordination and monitoring of these PK studies working with internal and external collaborators.

The role will include PK data analysis, database entry/updates, and study/data reporting.

Team interactions, and department presentations will also be needed.

The current role is largely desk-based, but some lab related activities may include dose material preparation and as well as possible sample/tissue preparation.

What we are looking for in a Research Associate I:

The successful candidate should have a BS/MS degree in a Biological Science, preferably with 1-2 years of hands-on preclinical R&D experience.

Previous experience working within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry conducting preclinical PK and/or bio-distribution studies is considered a plus.

Similarly previous experience in aspects of project management would be desired.

The candidate should have basic understanding of bioanalytical techniques (eg FACS, ELISA, LCMS) and basic animal physiology.

The candidate will also be expected to actively participate in data analysis and report writing.

Why Choose R&D Partners?

As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

Medical insurance PPO, HMO & HSA

Dental & Vision insurance

401k plan

Employee Assistance Program

Long-term disability

Weekly payroll

Expense reimbursement

Online timecard approval

{If applicable} Pay Scale:

$67,246 $81,264 (Dependent on Experience)

R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.

R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.