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- Provide insights to clients regarding regulatory requirements concerning pre-clinical testing across diverse product categories.
- Serve as an autonomous Study Director, adhering to relevant Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs).
- Interpret local regulations and GLPs within specialized domains, leveraging them to enhance service offerings.
- Grasp the study lifecycle from proposal to report, aiding fellow scientists in its application.
- Supervise and orchestrate study procedures including protocol development, technical guidance, and reporting.
- Plan, schedule, and execute studies with minimal oversight from Directors.
- Apply knowledge across various subcontracted services, scientific fields, and imaging methods, encompassing data reporting.
- Independently manage client visits, as well as telephone/video conferences.
- Foster effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders to instill confidence and trust.
- Undertake studies/projects ranging from basic to moderate complexity.
- Acquire expertise in a particular area through experience and learning.
- Possess foundational understanding of Quality Assurance (QA)/Quality Control (QC) processes.
- Collaborate with veterinary personnel, grasp the IACUC process, and comprehend the Study Director's role in animal welfare.
- Aid in mentoring junior staff and participate in their training when necessary.
- Offer guidance to clients and technical teams.
- Acknowledge project costs' significance and liaise with supervisors and managers on staffing and equipment matters, contributing to proposal development.
- Attend scientific gatherings, conferences, and training sessions to refine professional skills, presenting research where applicable and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
- Champion the exploration of new scientific business domains and services.
- Fulfill additional duties as assigned.
- Proficient in verbal and written communication.
- Strong client relationship management skills, encompassing planning, interaction, and administrative duties.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Competence with computers and standard software applications.
- Familiarity with GLP regulations.
- Excellent organizational skills with a knack for meeting deadlines.
- Ability to interact effectively with personnel at all levels.
- Proven leadership abilities, capable of directing team efforts efficiently.
- Education: Advanced degree in a relevant scientific field or equivalent experience.
- Experience: 1-2 years with a DVM or PhD; 2-5 years with a Masters Degree; 5+ years with a Bachelors Degree, preferably in a pharmaceutical or contract laboratory setting.
- Certification/Licensure: Not required.
- Able to conduct laboratory procedures involving talking, hearing, prolonged standing or sitting, data entry, instrument operation, reaching, and working in confined spaces.
- Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) per OSHA regulations and company standards.
- Combination of animal facilities and laboratories with moderate noise levels and potential exposure to zoonotic agents, hazardous devices, chemicals, and radiation.
- Office environment with minimal noise.
- Occasional weekend and/or holiday duties may be required.
- Occasional travel may be necessary.
Study Director - Lexington, United States - Medix
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