Prior to my shift into tissue culture, I worked as a research technician, responsible for in vivo study execution.  My role was multi-faceted as I was required to complete all aspects of the study from start to finish.  The in-life responsibilities included implantation of tumor cells, dosing solution formulation, murine dosing (IV, SQ, IP and PO), live sample collection, and animal monitoring.  End of study tasks involved extensive sample collection and occasionally processing.  I was trained to complete a minimally invasive orthotopic procedure as well.  

      I was unique to our site as the first technician to hold a role in our formulation department.  I provided support to the compound manager, and absorbed her duties when she was unavailable.  Moreover, I helped with development of our bioimaging platform.  This included in vivo and ex vivo bioluminescent and fluorescent image collection and subsequent analysis.