Supervisor, Research Associates

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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 you're a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity, it's time to discover your future at Altasciences.

We are better together and together We Are Altasciences.

In this role you will supervise the technical aspects and daily activities of the Scientific Services functional team. Responsibilities include direct supervision of Research Associates and/or Research Specialists in the vivarium; conduct interviews, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work for employees as well as manage their performance; address complaints and resolve problems pertaining to the function of Scientific Services.

About the Role

• Ensure staff maintains Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).

• Creates, reviews, and revises Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) relating to animals, technical procedures, and facility issues.

• Assists with managing workload balancing across Scientific Services to ensure optimal study results.

• Monitors progress of studies during the In-Life phases to verify adherence to study guidelines and timelines.

• Determines the training required of department staff and works closely with technical process management to ensure compliance to training requirements.

• Attends and participates in meetings regarding study planning.

• Ensures the staff maintains animals and facilities in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Ensures staff adherence to study conduct as described in Protocol.

• Ensures documentation of study and facility data in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) regulations to include animal assignment, anesthesia, euthanasia and necropsy records; treatment sheets and study events summaries. Ensure adherence to Protocols including proper and timely dosing, treatments, surgery schedule, necropsy schedule, etc.

  • Compiles research materials including protocols, schedules for projects, etc.

  • Assigns and oversees duties of personnel necessary to complete daily schedules.

  • Ensures the scheduling and assignment of the required animal species for studies in consultation with the Study Scientist or Study Director.

  • Ensures proper scheduling and planning of studies.

  • Follows up on reports regarding clinical issues with animals, data collection or equipment problems and resolve when possible.

  • Provides management with feedback and answers to questions and concerns regarding studies and technical needs.

  • Ensures Scientific Services work activities are aligned with department goals and objectives.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field

• Minimum 3 years working in a research environment including Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) experience

• 1 year experience training employees

• LATG certification preferred

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, software manuals, study documents, and procedure manuals; the ability to write routine reports and correspondence; and the ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

• Ability to understand and utilize appropriate mathematical concepts for calculating and interpreting scientific data.

• Continual GLP training and training on applicable procedures and SOPs within the department.

What We Offer

The pay range estimated for this position is $81,000 - $86,000 annually. 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