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Research Specialist

Charles River Laboratories International Inc (CRL)

Cambridge, MA, US

Research Specialist Req ID #:  45572 Location: 

Cambridge, MA, US For 70 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about. Job Summary We are seeking anResearch Specialistfor ourInsourcing Solutions Departmentlocated in Cambridge, MA.

Cares for the animals used in research and development studies. Performs duties related to the maintenance of experimental animals such as feeding and caring for animals, cleaning cages, holding animals for treatment by laboratory technician or maintaining inventory and animal identification records. Performs technical laboratory activities in support of client studies or procedures.Performs analysis of data for quality and completeness and determines if results are as expected. Records data in compliance with company and regulatory policies and standards to meet quality and accuracy requirements.Additionally, coordinates and conducts non-GLP discovery and investigative studies to quality and timelines. Supports the delivery of in-vivo data to facilitate the goals of drug discovery projects through hands-on conduct of in-vivo experiments in rodents. Must possess strong proficiency of multiple animal models, and the design of animal models. With appropriate supervision, may serve as a study director in the design, deliver and reporting of non-GLP discovery and investigative studies.

The following are responsibilities relate to Research Specialist: Able to perform the following techniques in rodents: Routine injections (SC, IP, IV) Blood collection from multiple vessels or cardiac, and perfusions Tumor measurements, body weights, IBD and EAE scoring, behavioral monitoring, etc Rodent telemetry and physiological recordings Necropsy, tissue and fluid collections

The following are minimum qualifications related to the Research Specialistposition: Education: B.S./ B.A. degree in Biological Sciences or related field from an accredited college or university is required Experience: Must have at least two years of previous laboratory animal research experience, with one yearconducting in-vivo studies. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above. Certification/Licensure: LATG preferred. Other: Computer literacy in word processing and database record keeping. Advanced knowledge of rodent technical skills and capability of identifying sick animals, summarizing findings, and providing medical treatment as prescribed.

About Insourcing Solutions

Charles River Insourcing Solutions℠ can streamline research by delivering operational and cost efficiencies through the strategic insourcing of GMP, GLP and non-GLP research services from discovery through safety assessment. Insourcing Solutions℠ provides you with the ability to maintain control of your facility and expertise while leveraging available space.

 

About Charles River

Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.

 

With over 14,000 employees within 80 facilities in 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world. And in 2018, revenue increased by 22% to $2.27 billion from $1.86 billion in 2017.

 

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of ~85% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2018.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity 

 

Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vet

Nearest Major Market: Cambridge

Nearest Secondary Market: Boston

Job Segment: Biotech, Pharmaceutical, Laboratory, Database, Research, Science, Technology

Job posted: 2020-05-29

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