Responsibilities include execution of the study protocol per all study design plans and SOPs related to study conduct, including project management support for studies. These responsibilities may include but are not limited to sample preparation, dose verification, study system dosing, sample analysis and re-analysis, data collection and recording data either manually or electronically, sign offs on all scientific aspects of study participation. Research Associates must work closely with study directors, contributing scientists, veterinary and clinical support services, pathology, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and analytical/bio analytical services to ensure all study aspects are conducted per scientific and regulatory requirements.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Descriptive statistics, formulation and dosing calculations, dilutions, etc; excellent communication and technical writing skills; proactive in spotting potential problems and seeking successful solutions; excellent attention to detail.
Familiarity with clinical/veterinary terminology pertaining to dosing, clinical observations, physiology, pathology, animal behavior, etc.
Required Qualifications
B.S. or equivalent in a scientific area (i.e. biology, veterinary sciences); minimum 2 years experience in clinical area or preclinical and experimental animal research; experience with molecular and biochemical techniques; experience with histological procedures; knowledge of vivarium and/ or in vivo procedures and processes, including preclinical study implementation and conduct
Preferred Qualifications
Optometry degree, Medical degree, clinical lab scientist are preferred. License to practice is not needed
Essential Job Duties
Key Responsibilities
Manage and assist with implementing and performing clinical data collection, interaction with human subjects, in-vitro and in-vivo projects including surgeries, necropsies, behavioral testing, biochemical assays, etc., from study initiation to study completion.
Key Responsibilities
Provide project management support for studies, in addition to qc oversight for data and assistance in generating reports for clients and internal committees.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for all in vivo data collection and archiving, and generation of draft study reports. Assure adherence to protocol, amendments, sops, glp (if applicable) and regulatory compliance throughout the conduct of studies.
Key Responsibilities
Create and interpret scientific documents including study protocols, SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
Experimental subjects contact and examination or animal handling, including treatments, blood sampling (including subcutaneous, intramuscular, intravenous, intraperitoneal and intradermal routes), and tissue collection in various rodent species. Must perform various technical tests on human subjects and may perform other technical procedures on study animals as needed.
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Work Schedule
Monday to Friday and some weekends
Working at WesternU
We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable.
We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally,
- Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success.
- Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment.
- Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community.
- As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences.
- WesternU’s core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do.
- We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!
Physical Demands
Do the essential functions of this job require lifting?
Yes
If yes, list maximum weight and duration
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit and use hands. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms and is occasionally required to stand. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. There are no special vision requirements for this job.
Describe Work Environment
Duties are routinely performed in a typical laboratory setting. While performing duties in this setting the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold (non-weather), and risk of electric shock.
The employee is regularly exposed to wet humid conditions (non-weather), moving mechanical parts, and high precarious places. The employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions, extreme heat (non-weather), and risk of radiation. The noise level in this setting may be loud due to the noise of ventilation system and hydraulic body hoist.
Conditions of Employment - Background Check
To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required. Western University of Health Sciences will extend a conditional offer of employment, subject to rescission if the background check unveils disqualifying information or if it is found that the candidate deliberately withheld or misrepresented information. Non-completion of the background check to satisfaction may impact the ongoing employment of a current Western University of Health Sciences employee who received a conditional offer for the position.
Pay Transparency Act
Pay Transparency Act- Western University of Health Sciences is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers various factors in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The Expected Pay Scale is defined as the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Placement within the Expected Pay Scale is determined by internal equity and relevant qualifications.
Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO)
It is the policy of Western University to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment as required by law without regard to age, race, color, national origin ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, sex or gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, disability (both physical and mental) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), pregnancy (which includes childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), age, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other applicable protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within WesternU including without limitation, hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoffs, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. WesternU makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merits, and business needs at the time.
Required Documents
- Letter of Recommendation #1
- Letter of Recommendation #2
- Letter of Recommendation #3
Optional Documents
- Additional Applicant Document
