Animal Models Core Scientist, Senior
Company: Scripps Research
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 4, 2026
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Job Description:
ABOUT US: Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute
ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact
on innovation. We celebrated our 100-year legacy in 2024. This
significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in
immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV),
neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla,
California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple
Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading
postdoctoral training program. Scripps Research encompasses two
elite and highly innovative institutes, the Calibr-Skaggs Institute
for Innovative Medicines and Scripps Research Translational
Institute, which merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry
and computer science with translational science to produce
pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine.
Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the
frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting
human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a
difference, this could be your opportunity to join our
transformative team. POSITION TITLE: Animal Models Core Scientist,
Sr. POSITION SUMMARY: The Animal Models Core Scientist, Sr. is
responsible for overseeing rodent testing to provide a wide range
of in vivo tests to the Scripps Research community as well as to
the greater San Diego research community and beyond. A primary
focus of this core is to provide tests that allow investigators to
make transitions from laboratory findings to clinical applications
by enabling the modeling of human diseases and the development of
medications and other treatment strategies. RESPONSIBLITIES AND
DUTIES: Oversees and implements rodent behavioral and physiological
testing, surgical procedures, compound administration protocols,
and brain and tissue harvesting. Offers training in all core
services, experimental design advice, help with IACUC animal
protocol submission, assistance with grant proposals and papers,
data analysis, and results interpretation/follow-up study advice.
Meets with potential core users and works collaboratively to design
test batteries and experimental plans, including modification to
existing tests and the development of new tests. Prepares service
quotes, invoices, and annual budgets. Assists with managing a team
of 6-8 employees interns. Supports a diverse inter- and
multi-disciplinary research environment by meeting challenges
through innovative and creative problem solving. REQUIREMENTS: PhD
in Behavioral Neuroscience, Neuroscience, Psychological Sciences,
or related field. 5 years of experience in rodent behavioral
testing. Experience with at least two of the following techniques:
Rodent intracranial cannulation surgery and injections Rodent
electroencephalography: surgical preparation and data analysis
Rodent intravenous jugular catheterization surgery Rodent brain
microdissection Rodent intracardiac perfusion techniques People
management and teaching and/or mentoring experience required.
Experience with IACUC processes and writing protocols preferred.
Excellent experimental design and data analysis skills. Excellent
organizational, time management skills, and communication skills-
both written and verbal. Ability to communicate with a diverse
array of people from a wide variety of cultural and educational
backgrounds, individually or in groups. Must be willing to spend
~25% time doing hands-on laboratory work. Must be able to
prioritize multiple tasks; completing assigned tasks in an
organized, timely fashion while meeting all target deadlines. Must
be a highly motivated, self-starter with meticulous attention to
detail. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Will work with laboratory animals,
work under red and dim lighting conditions, utilize personal
protective equipment (PPE), work in biocontainment facilities, work
with anesthetics and scheduled drugs, stand for long periods of
time and lift equipment of at least 10 pounds. May include:
Stationary position for an extended period of time, traverse
campus/facility as needed, operate machinery such as computer,
phone, copy machine; exposure to cold or hot temperatures.
COMPENSATION: The expected hiring range for this position is
$100,000 to $120,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed
requirements. COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE: Employer Contributed
Retirement Plan – Depending on eligibility, employees receive an
employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution
required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) using your own
pre or post-tax dollars. Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans
including four medical plan options (including an HSA available
option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
Competitive vacation and sick leave policies Free, on-site parking
The above statements describe the level of work performed and
expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list
all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of
employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to
change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or
without notice. Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall
be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in
any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.
EEO STATEMENT: The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and
background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are
encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran
status, or any other legally protected characteristic or
status.
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