Scientist II

Overview

Seeking an experienced Scientist II to support in vivo research focused on chronic kidney disease (CKD) and cardio-renal-metabolic (CRM) disease models. This is a 12-month contract opportunity within a collaborative Research organization.

Compensation: $40/hour

Contract: 12 months

Location: Ridgefield, CT | Onsite

Schedule: 40 hours/week with flexible weekend and holiday rotation as needed

The ideal candidate will have hands-on rodent handling experience, proficiency in dosing and sample collection, and the ability to independently execute studies, analyze results, and troubleshoot experimental challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Initiate and independently execute routine in vivo studies focused on CKD and related CRM research.
• Support the design and execution of exploratory and non-routine experiments with minimal supervision.
• Perform rodent handling, dosing, health monitoring, and biological sample collection.
• Apply appropriate dosing routes, including IV, IP, oral, SC, and IM administration.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data, identify trends, and recommend appropriate follow-up experiments.
• Conduct literature searches and apply published protocols to support study design and execution.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and ensure compliance with IACUC guidelines, laboratory SOPs, and applicable regulations.
• Independently operate laboratory equipment and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Contribute to research protocols, procedures, and scientific reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional team members to support research initiatives and incorporate new technologies.
• Participate in a flexible weekend and holiday rotation as needed to support ongoing studies.

Required Skills

• Master's degree in a relevant scientific discipline, or a bachelor's degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on animal handling experience, including rodent dosing, health monitoring, and sample collection.
• Experience with common rodent dosing routes, including IV, IP, oral, SC, and IM administration.
• Understanding of in vivo study design, data analysis, and scientific interpretation.
• Experience with IACUC compliance and animal research protocols.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and GraphPad Prism, or similar data analysis tools.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative research environment.
• Willingness to support a flexible weekend schedule when needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with rodent models of chronic kidney disease (CKD).
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO research environments.
• Familiarity with cardio-renal-metabolic (CRM) research and emerging research technologies.