Research Associate Formulation

Research Associate Formulation Req ID #:  118034 Location: 

Kuopio, FI, 70210 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.

IMPORTANT:   In order to be considered for this position, a resume/CV must be uploaded and submitted during the application process.  Please make sure work history and education are added correctly.   

  Job Summary  

We are seeking a Formulations Research Associate at our Discovery site located in KUOPIO. 

Research Associate is responsible for executing formulations study activities to ensure quality and timely completion of  studies.  These include:

- Participate in writing and reviewing procedures and documentation forms, i.e., Formulation Batch Records and Dispense definitions, for the preparation, aliquoting, and weigh outs of dosing formulations to make sure protocol requirements are met.

- Participate in calculation of Test Article requirements based on protocols and study designs.

- Participate in schedule preparation activities to match In Vivo and Formulations schedules.

- Ensure availability of study reagents and materials.

- Responsible for pre-testing of the preparation procedures of dosing formulations where required.

- Assist in training of formulations technicians in dose formulation preparations.

- Ensure raw data records are accurate, complete, and in appropriate order, and write deviations where required.

- Perform other special laboratory and study related assignments as assigned by Laboratory management and assists others with their duties. Job Qualifications The following are minimum qualifications related to the position:

Education:  Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree preferably in pharmaceutics or chemistry 

Experience:  2-4 years of experience in formulations preparation. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above. 

Fluency in Finnish and in English both in speaking and writing is required

Mathematical competence is required

Be attentive to detail, possess strong organizational skills and accurate record keeping competencies

Possess good communication and team-working skills

Be flexible in work schedule, be available to work on weekends, be able to work under specific time constraints, sometimes on short notice

IMPORTANT: A resume is required to be considered for this position. If you have not uploaded your resume in your candidate profile, please return to upload field and attach your resume/CV. 

About Discovery

Discovery from Charles River is industry-proven in the successful development of novel therapies, with over 320 patents and 74 preclinical drug candidates delivered to our sponsors in the past 17 years. Backed by more than 650 scientists, our comprehensive, integrated portfolio employs the latest technology and platforms to provide chemistry, biology, and pharmacology services that support clients from the earliest stages of hit identification all the way through to IND. Our client-focused, collaborative approach creates true partnerships that anticipate challenges, overcome obstacles, and move us forward together on the journey of getting new drugs to market.

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 17,000 employees within 90 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 2019, revenue increased to $2.62 billion.

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 2019.

For more information, please visit www.criver.com.

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