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Form of workFor 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we'll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.
We are seeking an experienced Research Scientist I, Biochemical Assay Specialist for our Discovery site located in Chicago, IL.
We are seeking a highly skilled, passionate and energetic Scientist to provide scientific leadership for all technical aspects of studies. The Scientist will be a critical member of our Biochemical Assay research team and a leader developing optical and radioactivity-based assay capabilities and dynamic culture. Responsible for leading target/enzyme-based projects for biotech and pharma clients to develop assays for high-throughput screening and characterizing drug candidates and reaction mechanisms.
Successful candidates in this position will:
- Expand and manage a commercial drug discovery assay platform featuring optical and radioactivity-based methodologies.
- Lead efforts to develop and execute optical and radioactivity assays that address clients' needs for high-throughput screening and follow-up assays
- Develop novel assays, design experiments, and interpret results independently.
- Lead internal technology development and research projects around novel targets.
- Write and maintain standard operating protocols (SOP) and maintain a detailed laboratory notebook
- Review, analyze, and communicate results to clients and the scientific leadership.
- Manage plate readers for optical and radioactivity assays, including performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting
- Assist in the oversight of the laboratory and mentor junior staff in areas such as experimental design, method and technology development, protocol improvement, and development of new procedures.
- Provide technical and scientific guidance to the research staff.
- Work collaboratively on timeline-driven projects.
he following are minimum requirement related to the Research Scientist I, Biochemical Assay Specialist position.
- Education: Bachelor's degree (B.S./B.A.) or equivalent in biochemistry, biology, chemistry, immunology, or a related life science field. Related Master's degree (M.S./M.A.) or PhD preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 6 years related experience in the contract research, academic, or pharmaceutical industry. With 2 years of experience in assay development and high-throughput screening.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
- Certification/Licensure: Certification as appropriate for specialty preferred.
- Other: Understanding of regulatory requirements of study types assigned, as well as Testing Facility BOPs. 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. Proven experience in working with plate readers for optical and radioactivity assays, including performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting. Experience with mass spectrometry, fluorescence, luminescence, and/or radioactivity is a preferred.
The pay range for this position is $85,000-$90,000. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
About Discovery
Discovery from Charles River is industry-proven in the successful development of novel therapies, with over 320 patents and 74 preclinical drug candidates delivered to our sponsors in the past 17 years. Backed by more than 650 scientists, our comprehensive, integrated portfolio employs the latest technology and platforms to provide chemistry, biology, and pharmacology services that support clients from the earliest stages of hit identification all the way through to IND. Our client-focused, collaborative approach creates true partnerships that anticipate challenges, overcome obstacles, and move us forward together on the journey of getting new drugs to market.
About Charles River
Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients' clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.
With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client's unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.
At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people's lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of 86% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2021.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, veteran or disability status.
If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to [email protected]. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
For more information, please visit www.criver.com.
