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Research Associate 3

Charles River Laboratories International Inc (CRL)

Cleveland, OH, US, 44128

Research Associate 3 Req ID #:  71223 Location: 

Cleveland, OH, US, 44128 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 a Research Associate 3 for our Safety Assessment Group site located Cleveland, Ohio.

The following are responsibilities related to theResearch Associate 3: Performs non-clinical safety testing studies under the supervision of the assigned study director in accordance with general project plans, company standard operating procedures, applicable GLP regulations, timelines and company productivity standards. This may include: Reviewing protocols prior to start of a study to ensure that appropriate supplies and equipment are available and are operational. Responsible for ensuring that appropriate supplies and equipment have been ordered and received prior to start of study. Reviewing future work plans with Senior Director to be able to anticipate workload and prioritization of projects. Set-up, calibration and maintenance of electrophysiology equipment and associated supplies. Development of technical problem-solving skills. Test article preparation, including proper use of balances. Solution preparation. Data acquisition. Development of problem-solving skills. Data analysis. Recording and maintaining written and electronic data in a neat, standardized manner. Submission of laboratory and solution worksheets to quality assurance (QAU). Responsible for developing working knowledge of company standard operating procedures and federal regulations applicable to duties and responsibilities. Responsible for complying with company standard operating procedures and federal regulations (GLP, GMP, OSHA, etc.) as applicable to duties and responsibilities. Responsible for initiating daily meetings with assigned study directors to review and approve study data. Responsible for ensuring that data collection forms and solution worksheets are signed by the appropriate study director prior to submission to QAU. Responsible for submitting to QAU a complete packet of signed laboratory notebook sheets and solution worksheets in chronological order according to study start and stop date. Assists in maintaining equipment binders, including notifying Administration for repair or maintenance of equipment, documenting routine maintenance. Provides timely reports on work product, as needed (e.g., study results, productivity, etc.) Assists in routine clean-up and maintenance of the general laboratory facility. Participates in scientific journal clubs, including reviewing, critiquing and presenting articles. Attends weekly scientific staff meetings and mandatory company operational and training meetings. Performs other related duties as assigned.

The following are minimum qualifications related to the Research Associate 3position: Education: Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or related scientific related discipline. Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of industry experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

About Safety Assessment

Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market.  Each year approximately 120 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities.

 

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

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Nearest Major Market: Cleveland

Job Segment: Research Associate, Toxicology, Biotech, Pharmaceutical, Research, Science

Job posted: 2020-08-14

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