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Research Associate, In Vivo Pharmacology

Yoh is seeking a highly motivated Research Associate, In Vivo Pharmacology to join our team. This position plays a critical role in advancing our small molecule oncology programs by designing and executing preclinical studies to evaluate efficacy and PK/PD relationships. If you're passionate about cancer research and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Industry: Discovery and Development
Location: South San Francisco, CA 

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and conduct in vivo pharmacology studies using murine models of oncology to assess small molecule therapeutics.
• Perform cell culture, cell inoculation, dosing, disease monitoring, sample collection, and documentation.
• Evaluate therapeutic targets, combination strategies, biomarkers, and PK/PD relationships.
• Support the development of cancer xenograft models.
• Analyze drug response mechanisms using molecular biology techniques (e.g., gene modulation, pathway analysis).
• Maintain accurate records in electronic lab notebooks (ELN); analyze data using Excel and GraphPad Prism.
• Present experimental findings in team meetings.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment (e.g., anesthesia systems, biosafety cabinets, centrifuges).
• Manage lab consumables and supplies.
• Author detailed preclinical study reports.
• Ensure compliance with IACUC protocols and animal welfare regulations.
• Participate in weekend and holiday rotations for dosing and monitoring.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Pharmacology, Veterinary/Animal Science, or a related field.
• 1–2+ years of hands-on experience conducting in vivo rodent studies.
• Proficiency in rodent procedures: IP, PO, IV, SC dosing, blood collection, dissection, and necropsy.
• Experience with xenograft and syngeneic models, PK assays, and cell culture is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with a passion for integrating basic science into drug discovery.
• Familiarity with data capture and analysis tools (e.g., ELN, StudyLog, PRISM, Excel).
• Experience with in vitro/ex vivo assays (qPCR, MSD/ELISA, IHC, FACS) is a plus.
• Willingness to work occasional weekends and holidays.

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Estimated Min Rate: $49.00
Estimated Max Rate: $52.00


What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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