Research Associate Co-Op, In Vivo Pharmacology (Neuromuscular Team)

At Keros, our mission is to deliver significant clinical benefit to a wide range of patients with disorders that are linked to dysfunctional signaling of the transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-ß) family of proteins. With a focus on developing differentiated product candidates that are designed to alter TGF-β signaling, we aim to target the pathways critical for the growth, repair and maintenance of blood cells and a number of tissues, including bone, skeletal muscle, adipose and heart tissue. We believe our product candidates have the potential to unlock the full therapeutic benefits of modulating the TGF-β superfamily and provide disease-modifying benefit to patients.

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative candidate for a 6-month co-op role in our Research group focusing on rare neuromusculoskeletal diseases. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the discovery and development of next-generation therapies. The candidate will gain valuable industry experience and receive extensive training to perform in vivo and ex vivo research. A successful candidate for this role will be inquisitive about science and capable of overcoming challenges by reviewing literature and by learning from colleagues. This candidate will also learn how to design experiments that will test hypotheses and provide actionable results.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting in vivo studies with animal models of neuromuscular diseases.
• Carry out ex vivo analysis on mouse tissue samples using a variety of molecular biology techniques.
• This will include performing tissue sectioning and histological analysis, behavior tests, gene expression analysis (qPCR), and protein analysis.
• Maintain clear, accurate records of lab work and summarize results as needed in study reports.
• Practice attention to detail and provide updates at team meetings.
• Make contributions individually as well as in a team setting.
  
  

Core Competencies (Required Skills)

• Students majoring in animal science, biology, neuroscience, or related majors.
• Open to learning rodent handling and dosing techniques
• Eagar to expand their technical ability
• Ability to work as part of a cross-functional team as well as independently with supervision
• Strong communication and organization skills, good working knowledge of MS office, data plotting, and presentation.
• Displays a high degree of maturity, honesty, trust, and integrity. A curious individual considers a scientific problem/question as an opportunity for innovation and intellectual growth.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Previous research experience, either in an academic or industry setting
• Interest in the peripheral nervous system or muscle biology
• Interest in a future career in biomedical research
• Experience with laboratory animals (rodents)
  
  

Education Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a student obtaining either a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a science-related discipline
  
  

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, and other relevant factors.

Potential base pay range

$28—$32 USD



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