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.

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Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Research Analyst II for our Discovery Bioanalytical team located at our Mattawan, MI site.

Bioanalytical Chemistry supports the evaluations of test compounds by providing bioanalytical quantitative analysis of drug in body fluids and tissues from non-regulated and regulated studies including preclinical safety evaluations, pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic studies, and clinical trials. Staff participate in the development and validation of quantitative LC/MS/MS methodology, sample analysis, and interpretation and reporting of data utilizing validated hardware and software systems. This includes the development of sample extraction techniques, rapid LC separations, and employment of laboratory robotics to enhance delivery time of bioanalytical data. Staff are also knowledgeable in the application of GxP’s and applicable SOPs, along with adhering to study protocols to accurately document methods, procedures, and results for inclusion into study reports and regulatory documents.

The pay for this position is $25/hour USD. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

Job Qualifications

The fundamental Duties & Responsibilities of the role (products and services provided/results accomplished) include, but are not limited to, those listed:

• Operates applicable laboratory equipment, including any respective software applications, to prepare samples and/or solutions and quantitate sample runs.
• Preparation of sample out of different biological matrices for analysis per applicable analytical methods and SOPs.
• Communicates effectively with supervisors, colleagues, Principal Investigators, and Study Directors.
• Demonstrates commitment to quality.
• Effectively works in a team and demonstrates a commitment to achieving company goals.
• Efficiently prioritizes assigned daily workload and uses time productively
• Adheres to safety procedures at all times.
• Reads, understands, and follows SOPs, safety requirements, regulatory guidelines, and company policies.
• Consistently follows established methods for isolating and quantifying compounds for routine sample analysis utilizing standard analytical and immunology platforms.
• Possesses the ability to execute validation studies under direction.
• Consistently documents all procedures and materials in compliance with GxP standards.
• Operates applicable laboratory instruments including their respective software applications to prepare sample and quantitate sample runs.
• Possesses the ability to learn and utilize software applications.
• Assists in the completion of laboratory investigations, assay troubleshooting, and quality observations, as needed.

Job Qualifications

Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities required to accomplish the essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• BS/BA in relevant field or equivalent experience. A minimum of 1 year of working experience in a technical laboratory role
• Experience with bioanalytical extraction procedures and basic operation of LC-MS/MS
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above
• Computer skills, commensurate with Essential Functions and including ability to learn a validated system.
• Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to, evenings, weekends, extended shifts and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.
• Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work under specific time constraints.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

Competencies

Lead - We lead when we advocate our purpose and model our values, when we deliver innovation, when we embrace change, and when we appreciate and celebrate the great work of others.

Care - We show we care when we respect each other, our animals and the communities where we work and live, when we create a positive healthy workplace, when we are mindful of our compliance standards, and when we choose to do the right thing.

Collaborate -We collaborate when we partner with each other and promote teamwork, when we communicate clearly and effectively across the hall or around the globe, and when we welcome all forms of diversity and encourage inclusiveness.

Own - We act like owners when we hold ourselves accountable for our actions, when we respond to internal and external client needs with speed and accuracy, when we set and achieve meaningful goals, and when we strive towards continuous improvement.

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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 120 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 manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.

With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of 86% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2021.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to [email protected] . This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

For more information, please visit www.criver.com.

Nearest Major Market: Kalamazoo
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Charles River Laboratories is a visionary leader in the development and delivery of advanced drug therapies. We provide essential products and services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, government agencies and leading academic institutions around the globe, to help accelerate their research and drug development efforts. At Charles River, we view every day as an opportunity to improve global health and people's lives. Our dedicated employees are focused on providing clients with exactly what they need to improve and expedite the discovery, early-stage development and safe manufacture of new therapies for the patients who need them.