Research Associate in-vivo Pharmacology (m/f/d)

Research Associate in-vivo Pharmacology (m/f/d) – LTK1 / animal experience / English

Role:

For our client a Pharma company based in Basel we are looking for a Research Associate in-vivo Pharmacology (m/f/d).

Background:
As a hands-on research associate you will join the in-vivo Pharmacology team of the

Immunology group. You will be responsible for executing in vivo and ex vivo studies in the

pharmacological characterization and testing of small molecules and biologics that modulate

immune-mediated inflammatory diseases with a focus on lung diseases/COPD using

smoking cigarettes mouse models.

Areas of responsibility:

– Help to refine and independently execute a mouse model of cigarette smoke used for in

vivo studies related to lung diseases/COPD including efficacy and

pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) biomarker studies in rodents to address

project-specific, mechanistic questions

– Work with the in vivo team in animal handling, dosing, scoring, sample collection and

processing for other studies in animal models of inflammatory diseases

– Help to implement novel in vivo technologies

– Strictly adhere to national and international animal welfare regulations, support Roche`s

commitment to 3Rs (Replace, Reduce and Refine animal experimentation)

Professional and technical requirements:
– Finished apprenticeship as Biology Laboratory Technician or Animal Care Taker or

Bachelor degree in Life Sciences

– Minimum 2 years of solid hands-on animal experience incl. substance application via

diverse routes of administration

– Formal basic qualifications (LTK1 or FELASA B or equivalent) to carry out experimental

work according to standard protocols and regulations

– Proven track record of adherence to animal welfare and compliance

– Experience with mouse models of lung disorders/cigarette smoke is a plus, main work will

be related to the cigarette smoking mouse model is a plus

– self-driven but team-oriented working attitude is a must

– Excellent data management and record-keeping skills

– Demonstrate clear and professional communication in English, German is a plus

– Technical Flair and EDV experience (MS Office)

– Willingness to work on Saturdays

Reference no: 921117

Role: Research Associate in-vivo Pharmacology

Industry: Pharmaceutical industry

Workload: 100%

Location: Basel

Start date: ASAP

Duration: 24++

About us:

ITech Consult is a certified ISO 9001:2015 Swiss company with offices also located in Germany and Ireland. ITech Consult is specialised in delivering IT candidates for contract work. We were founded in 1997 by IT professionals; hence we well understand what it means to be professionally supported in your search for a new project and being employed.