Study Director I - Pharma Oncology

For 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.Job Summary We are seeking a skilled, passionate and energetic Pharmacology Study Director to provide scientific leadership for all technical aspects of studies. 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.

Compensation DataThe pay range for this position is between $100,000-$110,000. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.Competencies

Care - We show we care when we respect each other, our animals and the communities where we work and live, when we create a positive healthy workplace, when we are mindful of our compliance standards, and when we choose to do the right thing.Collaborate -We collaborate when we partner with each other and promote teamwork, when we communicate clearly and effectively across the hall or around the globe, and when we welcome all forms of diversity and encourage inclusiveness.Lead - We lead when we advocate our purpose and model our values, when we deliver innovation, when we embrace change, and when we appreciate and celebrate the great work of others.Own - We act like owners when we hold ourselves accountable for our actions, when we respond to internal and external client needs with speed and accuracy, when we set and achieve meaningful goals, and when we strive towards continuous improvement.About DiscoveryDiscovery 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 RiverCharles 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 OpportunityCharles 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 crrecruitmentUS@crl.com. 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.224980