Study Coordinator I, Sample Processing

For 75 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.

Entry level scientist developing skills to understand sample processing Watson study designs. Limited or basic knowledge of data collection systems. Study Coordinator I will have/will develop foundational knowledge of Watson. Introduction to protocol development, regulatory compliance and internal systems utilized in the conduct of a study. Competence in acquisition setup. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Study Coordinator I will be able to independently adhere to TK/SPL timelines in preparation of Watson manifest, samples, and other study movement.

• Attend post-award and/or pre-study meetings and monitor events during the in-life phase to assure a full understanding of assigned projects and results.
• Create/customize planning tools to facilitate prioritization of daily activities.
• Interact regularly with study directors: send short sample communication, labeling or manifest discrepancy, changes in planned TK collections.
• Prepare all Watson aspects from study design and label preparation through shipping, archival, or disposal.
• Assist with management of QA audits and assure necessary corrections and follow-up take place.
• Assist in documentation of deviations from the protocol or Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

The pay for this salaried position is $60,000. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

• Education:
  
  High School degree or General Education Degree (G.E.D.), preferred. Associate’s degree (A.A./A.S.) or equivalent from a two-year college, recommended. Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in science or related discipline, strongly recommended.
• Experience:
  
  2–4-year related experience in a laboratory or scientific research environment.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
• Certification/Licensure:
  None.
• Other:
  This position requires analytical thinking skills and a good understanding of scientific processes. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required, as are computer skills including MS Office software and database management. Must be familiar with medical terminology and have a thorough understanding of technical aspects of research studies (e.g., observing dosing, treatments, surgical procedures, and necropsy evaluations).
• Other:
  Proficient and understanding in technical aspects of the Formulations department (e.g., preparing formulations and use of Provantis Dispense™). Knowledge of GLP regulations and understanding of routine study design and protocols.
• Must be authorized to work in United States without a sponsor visa now or in the future.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, work/type at a computer, and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

• General office working conditions; the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally wears protective clothing (goggles, face shield, surgical mask, cap, gloves, scrubs, boots), works near sharp objects, works near toxic or caustic chemicals, and works near biohazards.
• Occasionally works near live animals with risk of exposure to allergens and/or zoonotic disease(s) and is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, unpleasant odors, and…