Job Description

Role: Preclinical Animal Research Wet Lab Associate

Department: Animal Housing

1. About the Role

This position is within a regulated preclinical Contract Research Organization (CRO) operating a Zebrafish research facility aligned with institutional and accreditation standards. The role integrates hands-on scientific support with structured Zebrafish facility operations.

This is an execution-focused position requiring discipline, attendance reliability, documentation accuracy, and commitment to continuity of care.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Zebrafish Research & Study Support

• Assist in execution of preclinical study protocols.
• Perform scheduled observations, monitoring, and data recording.
• Support sample collection and experimental procedures as trained.
• Maintain study-related documentation as per SOP requirements.

B. Zebrafish Facility Operations

• Participate in routine Zebrafish husbandry activities, including:
• Feeding
• Tank maintenance
• Washout procedures
• Mortality checks
• Health monitoring
• Ensure Zebrafish welfare standards are maintained at all times.
• Follow rotational duty schedules, including weekends or public holidays as required.

C. Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, real-time entries in log sheets, trackers, and study records.
• Adhere strictly to SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
• Ensure proper handover of responsibilities during absence.
• Support internal audits and compliance reviews.

3. Work Environment Expectations

• Structured, SOP-driven operational environment.
• Timeline-based project execution.
• Cross-departmental coordination.
• Continuity-sensitive role where responsibilities cannot be paused.
• Requires physical presence and hands-on biological handling.
• Compliance to internal and external audits
• This is not an academic research training role.

4. Qualification Requirements

Preferred:

• M.Sc. Zoology / Biotechnology / Microbiology / Life Sciences
• B.Sc. in relevant biological sciences with strong practical orientation.
• Veterinary background (B.V.Sc.) is advantageous for Zebrafish facility experience.

5. Essential Competencies

• Comfort with Zebrafish handling and routine biological procedures.
• Strong attendance reliability and punctuality.
• Ability to follow structured processes without deviation.
• Basic documentation discipline.
• Emotional stability in operational environments.
• Willingness to work in rotational schedules when required.

6. Unsuitable Candidate Profile

This role may not be suitable for candidates who:

• Seek purely academic or publication-focused roles.
• Are preparing for competitive exams or short-term transitions.
• Are uncomfortable with routine operational responsibilities.
• Are unwilling to participate in scheduled weekend/public holiday duties.

7. Growth Pathway

With consistent performance, compliance adherence, and operational reliability, progression opportunities may include:

• Senior Operations Associate
• Project Associate – Preclinical
• Compliance & Facility Coordination Roles

Growth is performance-based and linked to accountability and continuity.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹520,000.00 - ₹575,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• How many years of total experience you have? Candidate must have above 10 years of experience
• Which year did you complete your graduation?

Work Location: In person