Laboratory Research Assistant

XenoSTART, the preclinical division of START, is a translational research organization focused on creating relevant preclinical cancer models. Our xenograft models represent each cancer type and disease stage and are established from patients at our domestic and international cancer centers. The XenoSTART Patient-Derived Xenograft (XPDX) platform includes over 2,500 models annotated with each donor patient’s cancer treatment and outcome data and characterized using IHC, DNA/RNA sequencing, and relevant in vivo drug efficacy

We are hiring a motivated Laboratory Research Assistant. The Laboratory Research Assistant supports pharmacy operations for preclinical research. Responsibilities include preparation and handling of study agents, maintaining detailed records, and ensuring compliance with laboratory and sponsor protocols. The role is essential in facilitating high-quality scientific research and maintaining inventory and regulatory documentation for START’s preclinical studies.

Location: San Antonio, TX

Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:30am-5:30pm, rotating weekends

Essential Responsibilities

• Complete pharmacy-related aspects of preclinical studies including but not limited to drug and vehicle receipt, preparation, proper storage, labeling, recording of lot numbers, expirations dates and drug disposal.
• Responsible for receiving, unpacking, recording and storing all pharmacy and related supplies.
• Responsible for advanced preparation for internal and external auditing and reporting of schedules. Prepare for investigator site visits and sponsor audits, ensuring all pharmacy documentation is inspection ready.
• Maintains accurate records and documentation in accordance with internal and external standards.
• Conduct complex laboratory formulations related to pharmaceutical sciences.
• Conduct daily operations of the pharmacy lab, ensuring compliance with all internal SOPs, safety and regulatory guidelines.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Education And Experience

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Natural Science or related field required. Relevant lab experience may be acceptable in lieu of education.
• Minimum years of relevant experience: One (1) to two (2) years in a research laboratory setting required.
  
  

Preferred Education And Experience

• Certifications: N/A
• Years of relevant experience: Experience in pharmaceutical research preferred.
  
  

Required

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities -

• Strong record-keeping and data entry accuracy
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and adapt to changing study needs
• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite and laboratory software systems
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods
  
  

Preferred

• Comfort working in fast-paced, deadline-driven settings
• Detail-oriented with strong organization and prioritization skills
  
  

Best-in-Class Benefits and Perks

Benefits

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by a competitive compensation, depending on experience, and an extensive benefits package including:

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided
• Robust retirement planning: 401(k) plan available with employer matching
• Financial security: Life and disability insurance for added protection
• Flexible financial options: Health savings and flexible spending accounts offered
• Well-being and work-life balance: Paid time off, flexible schedule, and remote work choices provided
• Plus, we work to maintain the best environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.
  
  

More about XenoSTART

Built on START’s global network of community-based oncology centers, XenoSTART offers one of the largest and most deeply characterized catalogs of patient-derived xenograft (PDX) models in the industry, with more than 3,000 models spanning a broad range of tumor types and disease stages. All of its models are sourced from patients enrolled in clinical trials at START sites and are annotated with rich clinical histories, molecular profiling, and in vivo drug response data, enabling sponsors to design smarter studies, test combinations that mirror real-world biology, and generate decision-quality data earlier in development.

Learn more at https://startresearch.com/preclinical.

Ready to be part of a team changing the future of cancer treatment?

Join us in our mission to provide “Hope Through Access”, one clinical trial at a time. Your expertise and dedication can help us bring hope and healing to patients worldwide. Please submit your application online.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal state, or local law.