Research Associate I
Job Details
- Job ID:
- 14248
- Category:
- Research Scientist
- Location:
- 6122 Nancy Ridge Dr, San Diego, CA
- Job Type:
- On-site
HD Biosciences, Inc. (San Diego), a WuXi AppTec Company, is expanding its in vivo Pharmacology Division. We are seeking highly skilled and motivated Research Associate to join the team.
Requirements
- Perform hands-on histology procedures, including tissue fixation, processing, paraffin embedding, microtomy, and slide preparation.
- Perform routine and special histological stains, including H&E, immunohistochemistry (IHC) and immunofluorescence (IF) assays, RNAscope, as applicable.
- Handle and process a variety of animal and human tissue types and biological specimens according to established protocols.
- Work closely with in vivo pharmacology team to support tissue evaluation.
- Troubleshoot tissue processing, sectioning, staining, and IHC-related issues and implement appropriate corrective actions.
- Maintain accurate laboratory records, study documentation, sample tracking, and experimental data.
- Develop, optimize, and validate histology and staining protocols when required.
- Analyze and summarize histological findings and contribute to study reports, presentations, and scientific documentation.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated hands-on experience in histology/histopathology laboratory techniques.
- Practical experience with:
- Tissue fixation and processing
- Paraffin embedding
- Microtomy and tissue sectioning
- H&E staining
- Slide preparation and quality assessment
- Microscopic evaluation of tissue morphology
- Experience with special stains and/or immunohistochemistry (IHC) is highly desirable.
- Understanding of tissue morphology, histological structures, and pathological changes.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to generating high-quality, reproducible data.
- Excellent documentation, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Experience / Education
- S. degree with 0-2 years of experience
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
- Proficient in Oral & Written communication skills
- Need to be able to read, write and understand English at proficient level
- Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to work in an office environment with minimal noise conditions.
- Must be able to work in Lab setting with exposure to Animals/biohazards / Chemicals (List specific Chemicals)
- Must not have animal allergies to applicable species in this facility
- Must be able to wear appropriate PPE
- Must be able to work in environment with variable noise levels
- Ability to stand /Sit/walk for long periods of time
- Ability to Lift 10 lbs routinely
- Ability to crouch, bend, twist, and reach
- Ability to push/pull 10 lbs routinely/ often / occasionally
- Clarity of Vision
- Ability to identify and distinguish colors
- Must be able to perform activities with repetitive motions
- Ability to climb Ladders / Stairs / Scaffolding
- Ability to work in variable temperatures high to freezing
- Inside/outside working conditions
Anticipated salary range: $18.60 to $25.00
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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability
This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by Management.
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