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Research Assistant

Spectraforce Technologies

Job Title: Research Assistant

Duration: 12 months (possibility of extension)

Location: South San Francisco, CA 94080

Purpose and Scope:

We are seeking a motivated In Vivo Research Assistant with at least 1 year of hands-on laboratory experience supporting preclinical in vivo studies. The ideal candidate will have strong animal handling skills and practical experience with rodent dosing, surgical procedures, and tumor model establishment. This position requires attention to detail, adherence to animal welfare regulations, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
  • Perform routine mouse handling, restraint, and health monitoring of rodents (mice).
  • Conduct in vivo procedures including:
    • Intravenous (IV) dosing
    • Intraperitoneal (IP) dosing
    • Oral gavage (preferred)


  • Subcutaneous and other dosing routes as needed
  • Perform mouse procedures following approved protocols.
  • Establish tumor xenograft/syngeneic models through tumor implantation.
  • Randomize animals into study groups according to study protocols.
  • Collect biological samples (blood, tissues, tumors) as required.

    Monitor animals for clinical signs, body weight, and study endpoints.

    Maintain accurate study records on electronic record (Studylog preferred) and document procedures in compliance with company SOPs.
  • Ensure compliance with IACUC, institutional, and regulatory guidelines for animal care and use or familiar with client's system
  • Support in vivo scientists and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support preclinical oncology and pharmacology studies.




Required Qualifications:

A Bachelor's degree in Biological Science, with 1+ years of experience

or Associate Degree or GED with Certification with 5 years experience , in animal handing techniques, including tumor implantation, randomization, dosing IV and IP.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • 3+ years of Experience with animal handling, tumor models, IV/IP dosing, oral gavage, blood collection, and necropsy. Experience with the client's system is a plus.
  • Experience with oncology, immunology, or pharmacology studies.

    Familiarity with electronic data capture systems Studylog. AALAS certification is a plus.
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