At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options.

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine, and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. For more information, visitneurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X (Formerly Twitter) and Facebook. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)

About the Role:

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• Works closely with in-vivo research scientists to conduct pharmacokinetics (PK) studies in animals by IV infusion or injection (IV/SQ/PO) and sampling by catheter, tail vein, via orbital sinus, or cardiac puncture

• Conducts surgical support on rats and mice such as providing pre and post op treatment care

• Perform in-vitro studies including sampling culture and dilutions

• Maintain sample documentation and utilize electronic sampling systems

• Coordinate maintenance on vivarium and laboratory clinical research equipment

• Ensure established SOPs are followed and may help in creating new ones as required

• Assist with animal breeding including record keeping, health checks, and PCR sampling

• Uses preventative medicine techniques such as collecting and submitting samples and sentinels for disease surveillance

• Provide training to vivarium and research personnel

• Support inspection readiness by ensuring compliance with IACUC guidelines

• Support environmental enrichment programs and assessment / introduction of novel items as needed

• May perform routine animal husbandry activities; provides quality support in the animal facility cage wash areas. Cage changing, collects dirty cages and equipment, removes bedding and food, completes cage pre-wash and sanitation, runs cage washer, receives and unpacks supplies, stocks supplies, maintains appropriate inventory of clean cages, supplies, autoclaves cages and water, maintaining sanitation in treatment and surgery facilities, instrument cleaning and sterilization, etc.

• Performs additional duties as assigned

• High School Diploma / Associates degree and 5 years or more of previous experience conducting various technical procedures and experiments in a Vivarium setting. Requires deep experience in animal husbandry as well

• AALAS Certification preferred

• Developing specialized skills through job-related training and on-the-job experience

• Applies relevant skills and substantial understanding in a range of processes, procedures and systems to carry out assignments

• Developing specialized skills through job-related training and on-the-job experience

• Applies relevant skills and substantial understanding in a range of processes, procedures and systems to carry out assignments

• Seek opportunities to implement the 3 Rs (Reduction, Refinement, and Replacement)

• Extensive knowledge of vivarium operations

• Demonstrate knowledge of the Animal Welfare Act regulations and the guide for the care and use of Laboratory animals.

• Knowledge of BSL procedures.

• Expert knowledge of general sanitation practices and use of equipment such as automatic cage washer and autoclave preferred.

• Ability to track / order inventory and process received goods preferred

• Ability to transport equipment and supplies throughout facility

• Ability to work in a collaborative, team environment

• Ability to work inside a controlled environment under strict atmospheric, temperature and humidity standardized parameters

• Can accommodate a flexible working schedule; may need to work hours outside the regular working times of M-F, 9-5, including weekends and Holidays

• No known animal or dust allergies

Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don't line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

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