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Research Associate - Job ID: 245191

Research Associate - Job ID: 245191

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Everett, United states

$ 36 /hour

Freelance

14-11-2025

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Job Specifications

Position: Research Associate – Preclinical Research

Pay: $22.25 – $36.00 per hour (based on level and experience)

Contract: Contract hire 6-month , full-time

Description: The Research Associate supports preclinical research operations within the Large Animal team (primates and beagles). This role involves performing technical procedures, collecting data, and supporting toxicology and pharmacology studies while ensuring compliance with GLP standards. A strong interest in animal care and drug development science is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and conduct technical procedures (blood collection, IV administration, injections, anesthesia, dosing).
Handle, restrain, and provide clinical care to animals (primates 2–5kg, beagles).
Accurately document and collect study data in compliance with SOPs and GLP standards.
Operate laboratory equipment (glucometer, pumps, thermometers).
Monitor and report changes in animal health, behavior, or housing conditions.
Maintain veterinary instruments, study ancillaries, and facility organization.
Participate in large and small molecule toxicology studies (50–100 studies running concurrently).
Support study directors and supervisors with sample and data collection.
Cross-train across departments and engage in continuous learning.

Schedule/Shift:

Training period (2–3 months): Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Post-training: Tuesday–Saturday OR Sunday–Thursday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Overtime, rotating holidays, and occasional weekend coverage are required.

Requirements:

High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in science preferred.
Preclinical technical skills: blood collection, IV administration, injections.
Animal research experience (internship, academic lab, or CRO) strongly preferred.
Experience from companies such as Covance, NPI, or Charles River is a plus.
Willingness to work overtime and adapt to shifting schedules.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

Veterinary assistant experience.
Clinical procedures (injections, IV administration, surgery support, necropsy, or euthanasia exposure).

About the Company

Medix provides workforce solutions to clients and creates opportunity for talent in the Healthcare, Life Sciences, Engineering and Technology fields. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we have earned our reputation as an industry leader by providing unsurpassed customer service and top quality professionals to our clients. Know more