Research Associate

2 weeks ago

Halifax, Canada Agada Biosciences Inc Full time

AGADA is a contract research organization (CRO) providing specialized services to pharmaceutical and biotech companies. Unlike most CROs, AGADA provides services in niche areas of research that require further standardization. Our mission is to accelerate drug development for rare diseases, serving an international pharmaceutical clientele. The key to accomplishing this mission is training and retaining a highly skilled workforce in Nova Scotia. We offer both preclinical drug efficacy studies andclinical (human) trial endpoint testing and support services. AGADA has performed over 170 drug efficacy studies in murine models of muscular dystrophy and has supported 43 Phase I, Phase II/III clinical studies for Duchenne, Becker, and ALS.

AGADA Biosciences is an equal-opportunity workplace. Our work environment is challenging, with work that requires analytical thinking, attention to detail, and adherence to tight deadlines.

**ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Participation with laboratory team to carry out experimental designs for pre-clinical efficacy studies and clinical testing
- Participation with laboratory team to perform validation studies for experimental procedures and carry out experimental endpoint measures for preclinical and clinical studies
- Obtain technical proficiency in:

- Biochemical and molecular testing for preclinical and clinical studies
- Histopathology
- Data management systems
- Muscle cell based in vitro assays
- Pre-clinical physiological (in vivo) assessments
- Drug administration (oral gavage, intraperitoneal, intravenous techniques)
- Animal dissections/freezing/blood collection
- Accurate record maintenance and analysis of all data
- Carefully following standard operating procedures in all work

**QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS**

**PREFERRED SKILLS**

The ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team environment. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are essential. Demonstrated ability to be proactive, highly organized, and capable of multi-tasking, along with qualities to handle fast-paced environment and ongoing change typical of the biotech industry. Perform and execute any other company and research activities that are assigned by the company management in a timely manner. AGADA Biosciences is looking for an individual who is excited to learn and takes initiative.

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