Study Director, Associate Scientist

About the role

Direct and participate in the planning, organization, conduct, and interpretation of animal research according to the regulations, protocols, standards and guidelines, such as USDA, FDA, GLP, GCP, etc.

Be responsible for monitoring of studies and providing updates to both Sponsors and management.

Ensure that the employees are performing the study according to protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).

Responsibilities

• Serve as Study Director (SD) and take SD responsibilities.
• Participate in research projects including, but not limited to, protocol development, preparation and administration of test article, collecting and processing samples or tissues from animals, reporting, etc.
• Plan an outline of research procedures to be followed during the course of the experiment.
• Writing protocols and reports as well as reviewing study schedules.
• Communicate with clients regarding updates, amendments, deviations, study results, etc.
• Provide his/her supervisor with timely updates on any study issues.
• Aid in ensuring that personnel allocated to performing research activities for their studies have a clear understanding of the research protocol, activities to be performed, and are properly trained to conduct the procedures.
• Maintain the study to ensure all activities are conducted appropriately according to the study schedule, and data are appropriately recorded.
• Utilize appropriate sources of information (the internet, archives, and government agencies, etc.) to collect, record, and analyze information useful for the research projects.
• Prepare study reports, communicate with Sponsors, publications in scientific journals, submission to regulatory agencies, or for use in further applied or theoretical research activities.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or M.S. in biology, toxicology, or related life sciences fields
• BS/BA in a relevant field (e.g. Animal Science, Biology, or related field) with a minimum of two years related experience: or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications

Ph.D. or M.S. in biology, toxicology, or related life sciences fields

BS/BA in a relevant field (e.g. Animal Science, Biology, or related field) with a minimum of two years related experience: or equivalent combination of education and experience

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs

Pay

N/A

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

Altasciences' Benefits Package Includes Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs

Company Information

Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request.

Join us at Altasciences!