Research Analyst I

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.

The Research Analyst I will be involved in all aspects of studies supporting the bioanalysis of drug molecules in multiple matrices. The position is hands‑on, working in close cooperation with and under the guidance of more senior staff members in a fast‑paced environment where a commitment to teamwork, quality data and speed is essential.

• Independently perform routine procedures for sample preparation.
• Ability to use analytical instrumentation with the guidance of senior staff.
• Identify and report difficulties with various aspects of sample preparation.
• Ensure that raw data records are accurate, complete, and in appropriate order.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree (B.S./B.A.) or equivalent in a scientific related discipline.
• Experience:
  
  Related laboratory experience preferred, in a pharmaceutical or contract laboratory 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:
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem solving capabilities.
  • Written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines under minimal direction.
  • Proficiency in the use of standard software including Microsoft® Excel, Word, Powerpoint, etc. and with standard laboratory calculations.
  • Proficiency in the use of analytical instrumentation software.
• The pay range for this position is between $25-26/hr please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location
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• The job requires the repetitive use of hands, sitting, standing, and walking and may require the lifting of up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
• General office and lab working conditions, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee may frequently be required to wear protective clothing (goggles, face shield, surgical mask, cap, gloves, scrubs, boots), work near toxic or caustic chemicals, work with biohazards, and/or work with live animals with risk ofexposure to allergens and/or zoonotic diseases.
• The employee may occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, unpleasant odors and extreme temperature conditions.

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.

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