Study Director-I-Pharmacology Oncology

Charles River • Full-time • Worcester, MA, US • 3w ago

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled, passionate and energetic Pharmacology Study Director to provide scientific leadership for all technical aspects of studies. MUST HAVE IN VIVO (INVIVARIUM) ONCOLOGY experience. The qualified candidate will work closely with our clients and our established teams in the design, conduct, analysis, interpretation and reporting of a wide variety of Oncology studies in a fast paced and dynamic environment. Responsibilities of this position include extensive interaction and communication with client scientists in the discovery oncology research area of study management, interpretation and reporting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Expertise in in-vivo animal skills necessary to support xenograft oncology studies.
Ability to set-up and validate in vivo cancer models (xenograft rodent models)
Evaluate anticancer NCEs for pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamics/efficacy in xenograft models
Conduct and oversee in vivo studies for efficacy and target inhibition (tumor implantation/inoculation, compound dosing, tumor excision/biopsy).
Generate high-quality protocols, amendments, and reports appropriate for assigned studies.
Review, interpret, integrate, and present data on assigned studies, using the assistance of senior scientific staff as appropriate.

Successful candidates in this position will:

Possess strong interpersonal skills with strong scientific curiosity, initiative and resourcefulness
Possess exceptional organizational and planning skills enabling management of multiple, concurrent tasks & priorities
Be team orientated, highly collaborative and have a results-oriented focus
Be self-driven and enthusiastic with the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment

Job Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.S./B.A.) or equivalent in a scientific related discipline. Related Master’s degree (M.S./M.A.) or PhD/DVM preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 6 years related experience in the contract research, academic or pharmaceutical industry required.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

Other:

Understand of regulatory requirements of study types assigned, as well as Testing Facility BOPs and the Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), as appropriate. Demonstrate leadership skills as they pertain to intra- and interdepartmental initiatives, Sponsor interactions, and business development.
Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in the use of standard software including Microsoft® Excel, Word, Powerpoint, etc. and with standard laboratory calculations.