Research Analyst - Immunology

Position: Research Analyst I - Immunology
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.

** Job Overview*
* The Research Analyst, Immunology will be responsible for generating and recording data with minimal supervision in the performance of studies. He/she/they will be responsible for handling and processing samples and performing accurate data collection and reporting as well as performing laboratory tasks by various basic methods.

** Job Description*
* + Perform basic laboratory procedures and collect and record/document research data incompliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs),study protocols and company policies/practices.

+ Under supervision may act as lead/primary technician on basic studies.

+ Input, print and edit computer entries (e.g., laboratory data).

+ Prepare materials and data for shipment and archiving.

+ Receive samples and complete tracking documentation.

+ Review documentation of functions performed as part of quality control requirements.

+ Perform study preparation activities including collection tube labeling and room setup.

+ Maintain clean work areas.

+ Perform all other related duties as assigned.

** Education and Experience Requirements*
* +

Education:

degree (B.A. /

B.S) or equivalent in laboratory science or related discipline required.

+

Experience:

Zero to two years related experience in biology, chemistry/pharmacy, or similarlab environment GLP experience preferred.

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:
Proficient in basic technical skills and the operation of data collection equipment.

Knowledge of GLPs and other federal regulations and guidelines. Basic understanding of studydesign and protocols; able to read basic study protocols and extract pertinent information.

Must be able to perform effectively as a team member, accurately record data, follow verbaland written instructions, communicate effectively, and interact in a professional manner with management, coworkers, and sponsors. Able to quickly learn and utilize computer programsas needed; previous computer experience preferred.

** Workplace Requirements*
* + Employees must be able to lift, move, manipulate, and/or hold heavy objects up to and including 50 pounds; this includes work materials, equipment, and/or supplies.

+ Must be able to perform procedures, which require, talking, hearing, standing, or sitting forlong periods of time, entering data into a computer, using appropriate instruments, reaching with hands and arms, working in narrow spaces, and wearing safety equipment (PPE) according to OSHA regulations and company standards.

+ Must be able to frequently hold and manipulate work materials while utilizing fine motorskills.

+ Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception,and the ability to adjust focus.

+ Works in a research environment, which requires use of sharp objects, working around mechanical parts, working with or near known or unknown toxic or caustic chemicals and/orbiological hazards, exposure to fumes and airborne particles, working at noise levels ranging from moderate to loud.

+ The employee is occasionally exposed to live animals with risk of exposure to allergens,zoonotic disease, and biohazards.

+ The noise level in the work environment ranges from low to moderate depending upon thetask being performed.

** 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 300 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…