Research Associate-II || Waltham, MA || Type-1-Year Contract ||$40-45/hr

Responsibilities:• Perform in vitro and in vivo drug metabolism studies for discovery projects in various Sanofi R&D portfolios• Prepare routine in vitro samples for metabolism identification studies including but not limit to incubation with hepatocytes, liver microsomes or other biological matrices• Operate and maintain LC/MS systems• Aid in performing routine tissue exposure and binding studies for LC-MS analysis• Assist metabolism group in maintaining documentation, safety inspection, and instrument logbooks.• Maintain general lab reagents and supplies inventory

Basic Qualifications:• BS or MS in biology, chemistry, or pharmaceutical science discipline with experience in conducting drug metabolism studies using hepatocytes and liver microsomes• Strong technical skills in handling hepatocytes, cells, and other biological matrices• Experience in operating and maintaining LC and Thermo Scientific Orbitrap or AB Sciex triple-quadruple mass spectrometers• Prior experience in Analyst® software for quantitative analysis and automation using Tecan liquid handling system for drug metabolism assays is a plus

Preferred Qualifications:• Attention to details• Critical analytical and problem solving skills• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills• Strong commitment to the assigned tasks and striving for on-time delivery• Desire to work within a team in a highly dynamic environment

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