Assistant Report Coordinator

We are seeking an Assistant Report Coordinator for our Safety Assessment Group located in Elphinstone, Tranent EH33 2NE
. This role does not require a degree—graduates need not apply. The position is full‑time (36.25 hours per week), on site, and comes with a rewarding package and benefits.

If you have National 5s & Highers or GCSEs & A Levels in Maths and English, you may be a good fit for this role.

• Assist with the scheduling of all studies on site, including all relevant milestones from both Charles River and specific sponsors’ perspectives in RPM (Report Progress Monitoring).
• Monitor studies in RPM to ensure that reports are sent on time and that the dates in RPM are updated in real time to maintain database accuracy. Liaise with all departments to negotiate and propose schedules based on various study designs.
• Follow up on late reports and complete the reason for delays within the RPM system using the standard categories within the on‑time reporting guidelines.
• Assist with the coordination and tracking of data delivery for contributions to Toxicology studies.
• Ensure work is conducted in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and principles of Good Laboratory Practice.
• Maintain a safe working environment by observing all safety procedures and working methods, using protective clothing and equipment, and reading, understanding and following all safety documents issued or notified.
• Undertake other tasks reasonably requested by the supervisor, performing work in a cooperative and flexible manner.
• Participate in overtime as reasonably required to ensure the smooth running of the department.

• Education of National 5s or equivalent or higher.
• Interest in working in a laboratory environment.
• Desire to work as part of a team.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Willingness to learn new processes.

• Starting salary of £26,113.14.
• Clear career progression.
• World‑class training and a structured progression scheme.
• Private health care.
• Pension scheme including 8% employer contribution.
• Personal life insurance equivalent to 6 times annual salary.
• Subsidised electric car scheme open to all employees.
• Employee discount scheme – discounts across hundreds of retailers.
• Paid opportunity to volunteer for one day each year.
• Free onsite fitness suite and fitness lessons.
• Discounted staff canteen.
• Free onsite parking.