Vivo Services Study Coordinator

Job Overview

The individual in this position will be involved in all aspects of study scheduling for the in vivo services group. This includes animal ordering and all aspects of study scheduling including pre‑study set‑up, initiation dates, collections scheduling, data review, and shipments. The individual will work closely with technical staff, management, study directors, procurement, and vendors.

• Work with management and study directors to coordinate study scheduling.
• Perform pre‑study activities such as protocol review, protocol entry into data collection systems, and generation of study materials.
• Verification of study set‑up in data collection systems.
• Work with animal vendors to develop quotes for animal orders.
• Order and maintain an inventory of animals to meet study and training needs.
• Assist in the development and implementation of animal usage and study data collection software systems.
• Communicate animal receipt or scheduling issues and concerns to the study directors and management.
• Maintain accurate animal usage records for submission to regulatory/accrediting agencies and the IACUC, and to ensure the most efficient use of animals.
• Lead and maintain the agenda/minutes for weekly study scheduling meetings.
• Assist with labeling of study materials, as needed.
• Assist with in‑life technical procedures (animal handling and restraint, specimen collection, test article administration, sample processing, etc.), as needed.
• Assist with regulatory agency and client‑based facility inspections and audits.
• Ensure that raw data records are accurate, complete, and in appropriate order.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

The pay for this position is between $25.00 and $28.00 an hour. Salaries vary within the range based on factors including experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

• Education:
  
  Associate’s degree (A.A./A.S.) or equivalent in a science or related discipline. Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in a related field preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 2 years related laboratory experience, preferably in a pharmaceutical or contract laboratory environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
• Certification/Licensure:
  None.
• Other:
  Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. Understanding of regulatory requirements of study types assigned and Testing Facility BOPs. Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines and client and department needs under minimal direction. Proficiency in standard software including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and standard laboratory calculations. Basic technical skills and operation of data collection equipment. Understanding of basic study designs and protocols.

• Bonus/incentives based on performance
• 401K
• Paid time off
• Stock purchase program
• Health and wellness coverage
• Employee and family wellbeing support programs
• Work‑life balance flexibility

Charles River is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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