Associate Scientist, Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology

West Point

Thursday, 26 March 2026

The Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology (DART) group within Nonclinical Drug Safety (NDS), is seeking a highly motivated person with strong technical skills and diligence to conduct in vivo studies as part of a collaborative team supporting drug development programs. The successful candidate will perform in vivo administration of compound, data collection, cesarean sections with fetal examination, and necropsies under limited supervision. The position requires the ability to maintain neat, concise, and accurate records, along with good oral communication skills. The successful candidate will also train and work cross-functionally, assisting other areas within NDS. This position is for a 5-day work week, including coverage of weekends and Holidays on a rotational basis. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:Perform assigned tasks that include dose administration by various routes; recording of body weights, food consumption, and clinical observations; blood collection; fetal morphology assessments, behavioral testing; reproductive assessments. Follow well-established Standard Operating Procedures and Good Laboratory Practices. Maintain accurate and highly detailed laboratory records and documentation. Assist the Study Director in preparation of study tables and final reports. Train and work cross-functionally in other areas within Nonclinical Drug Safety (NDS)Other responsibilities may include: Train and work cross-functionally in other areas within Nonclinical Drug Safety (NDS)Education:BS/ BA in Animal Sciences, Biology, or a related discipline (with expected completion no later than June 2026). Required Experience and Skills:1 years of laboratory experience (Pharma/ Biotech or undergraduate Academia)Must be willing to handle laboratory animals Knowledge of anatomy. Familiarity with recording and assessing laboratory data. Detail-oriented and able to work independently and in groups. Strong personal character and ethics. Excellent interactive and written/oral communication skills. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite. Preferred Experience and Skills:Some experience in the pharmaceutical industry or biotech, or similar. Regulatory awareness including Good Laboratory Practices, experience with electronic data capture for nonclinical studies and a basic knowledge of the drug development process. Required Skills:Accountability, Adaptability, Teamwork, Animal Handling, Animal Welfare, Animal Science, Biological Science, Communication, Data analysis, In vivo Assays, Laboratory processes, Morphology, Oral Communications, Toxicity Testing. Required Skills: Accountability, Adaptability, Animal Care, Animal Handling, Animal Science, Biological Sciences, Data Analysis, In Vivo Assays, Laboratory Processes, Laboratory Techniques, Morphology, Oral Communications, Teamwork, Toxicology. Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE - Current Contingent Workers apply HEREUS and Puerto Rico Residents Only:Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here

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