Contract Research Associate (In Vivo)

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview

At Renasant Bio, we are driven by a singular goal: to change what’s possible for patients with kidney disease. ADPKD remains one of the most challenging areas in medicine, and we believe it requires bold thinking, rigorous science, and a team committed to doing things differently.

We’re looking for individuals who bring both scientific rigor and creativity to hard problems, and who believe great work is built through respectful, direct collaboration. You communicate with honesty and transparency, adapt quickly as priorities evolve, and hold yourself—and others—to a high standard. Above all, you operate with urgency and purpose, grounded in the knowledge that patients are waiting.

Based at Bakar Labs in Berkeley, CA with additional support in Cambridge, MA, we are advancing new therapies designed to make a meaningful difference for patients.

The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate with a strong background in preclinical drug discovery and in vivo research. This individual will join our dynamic team and contribute to advancing our pipeline for kidney diseases. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting in vivo research efforts, with a focus on rodent studies, animal colony management, and lab operation support. This is a projected year long contract.

• Collaborate with scientists to evaluate novel therapeutic candidates using transgenic mouse models, including target validation and mechanism of action studies.
• Oversee and maintain mouse colonies, including breeding, genotyping, colony expansion, and accurate inventory tracking of vivarium supplies.
• Perform routine in vivo tasks, including animal handling, dosing (PO, IV, IP, SC), blood and tissue collection, sample processing, anesthesia administration, and euthanasia as needed.
• Monitor animal health, maintain compliance with IACUC protocols, and ensure ethical standards in animal care.
• Provide detailed documentation of experimental protocols, observations, and results.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contributing to discussions on in vivo models and study outcomes.
• Adapt to the evolving needs of the team and contribute to maintaining aggressive project timelines.

• Education: B.Sc degree in a relevant scientific field with 1-2 years of hands-on experience in preclinical research or a bachelor’s degree with equivalent relevant experience. Industry experience is advantageous but not required.
• In Vivo Expertise: Proficiency in rodent handling required; experience with dosing techniques (e.g., IV, IP, SC), blood/tissue collection, and surgical techniques a plus.
• Mouse Colony Management: Demonstrated experience in managing transgenic mouse colonies, including breeding, genotyping, and maintenance.
• Laboratory Skills: Experience with in vivo sample processing and preparation for downstream assays such as histology or molecular analyses.
• Team Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Organization: Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Commitment to Safety: Adherence to laboratory safety and ethical standards in animal research.
• Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to team priorities and timelines in a fast-paced environment.

Final compensation will be based on a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and geographic location. Contractors will be eligible for health benefits and be paid via third party.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies and external recruiters. No fees will be paid for such submissions.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.