Research Associate, Scientific Services

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At Altasciences we all move in unison to assist and work in the discovery development and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them. No matter your role we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. By living our values of Employee Development Customer Focus Quality and Excellence Respect and Integrity we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people like you to join our growing team! Whether youre a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity its time to discover your future at Altasciences.

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About the Role

As a Research Associate (RA) you will perform technical procedures restrain animals operate laboratory equipment collect specimens and data on laboratory animals (mice rats canines non-human primates) as specified in protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and in compliance with GLP standards. Support study supervisor(s) and study director(s) by performing and assisting with sample and data collection on research studies.

What Youll Do Here

• Follow SOPs and Protocols to perform procedures on study and stock animals including but not limited to: clinical observations feed monitoring body weights urine collection blood draws (all routes) administration of treatments/test materials (all routes) euthanasia catheter placement injectable sedation/anesthesia enrichment

• Follow written and verbal instruction: Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) protocols daily schedules

• Record enter and review raw data: study and facility

• Set up for procedures and maintain ancillaries on study animals

• Operate selected laboratory equipment (i.e. glucometer infusion pump digital thermometer balace)

• Monitor and report changes in animal behavior or health and problems with animal rooms (e.g. caging lights and temperature) to all appropriate personnel

• Maintain general cleanliness and organization of work areas

• Monitor and report study changes to study director and all appropriate personnel

• Review and provide input on the creation and revision of SOPs relating to animals technical procedures and facility issues

• Perform husbandry duties

• Cross training in other departments available

What Youll Need to Succeed

• High school diploma or equivalent required; BA/BS in a scientific discipline preferred

• Experience working with animals in research or a regulated environment preferred

• ALAT certification preferred

• Intermediate computer experience including Microsoft Office suite Project Info Path and Access

• Readily adapts to new software

• English proficiency required to read and interpret documents such as industry specific documents write routine reports and correspondence

• Basic math skills as they apply to interpreting scientific data

• Solid reasoning abilities

• Work cross functionally on process improvements

• Demonstrates attention to detail while multi-tasking

• Maintain organization in a fast paced changing environment

• Able to manage change

• Readily adapts to new projects

• Positive attitude toward work and co-workers

• Comfortable communicating with all levels of management and employees

• Identify and resolve problems as they are encountered

• Practical problem solving skills when deal with a variety of concrete variables

• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal diagram or schedule form

What We Offer

The pay range estimated for this position is $22.25 - $36.00 hourly. Please note that hourly rates/salaries vary within the range based on factors including but not limited to prior relevant experience skills education certification location as well as internal equity and market data.

Benefits

Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.

Altasciences Benefits Package Includes:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

• 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match

• Paid Vacation and Holidays

• Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave

• Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs

• Telework when applicable

Altasciences Incentive Programs Include:

• Training & Development Programs

• Employee Referral Bonus Program

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Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request. Join us at Altasciences!