We are seeking a self-motivated individual with contract research organization (CRO) experience to serve as a Scientist - In Vivo Study Director on our rapidly growing team. In this role you will be dedicated to contract research project(s) and responsible for the coordination, management, and effective study execution, through interpretation and reporting of study data. Scientists assure in vitro laboratory and in vivo research procedures are performed according to the signed contract as well as federal, state, and local mandates and accreditations. 

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This role is a unique opportunity to join an early-stage, CRO startup. Scientists function independently under the general guidance of senior management. This position is full-time with laboratory time being on-site at our facilities located in North Grafton, MA.

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Key Responsibilities:

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• Responsible for the coordination and full execution of all phases of assigned contract research studies, exercising independent judgment to solve problems in real-time.

• Direct interaction with assigned clients for all aspects of the project continually evaluating and improving quality of client’s program. 

• Partakes in client visits, proposal management and budgetary processes.

• Indirectly supervises personnel involved with the client’s project(s) to provide technical and scientific guidance to the technical/research staff to execute a sound and humane study program.

• Prepares, and serves as PI on IACUC and IBC documents with an understanding of biosafety levels related to sound operations for in vivo and in vitro processes.  

• Ability to formulate and calculate dose administrations and to determine proper anesthetic levels, as well as execution of aseptic and sterile surgical procedures and techniques.

• Reviews, interprets, reports (written and verbal) data and results as appropriate for assigned studies.

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Required Qualifications:

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• PhD, Master’s, or Bachelor’s in biological sciences with a minimum of 5+ years of relevant work experience. CRO setting with experience using small and large animals preferred.

• The successful candidate will be an ambitious self-starter, have a strong work ethic and integrity, be able to generate high quality work under tight deadlines, and enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment.

• Highly motivated individual with an ability to work independently, attention to detail and a proven ability to work cross functionally (e.g. writing, finance, in vivo and in vitro procedures).

• Must have strong communication skills (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills necessary to collaborate and interact with various levels of personnel for assigned research projects. 

• Innovative thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule (off hours, weekends, and holidays) as necessary.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and electronic laboratory notebook systems is preferred.

• Familiarity with laws, regulations and mandates associated with the humane use of animals in research. Knowledge of IACUC and IBC processes preferred.

• Willingness to travel (<10%) for professional development meetings/conferences and oversight of studies.

    

Please submit your resume (.pdf format) to info@alphapreclinical.com

We are interested in every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States. We are currently not able to sponsor work visas for this position. Support for relocation is not available for this position.

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As an equal opportunity employer, Alpha Preclinical does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin or veteran status. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for team members from all backgrounds