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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. <div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Job Overview</H2> </div><div>We are seeking a Research Analyst I for our Immunology Team to join our team in Ashland, Ohio. In this role, the incumbent will perform laboratory tasks by various basic methods. Generate and record data with minimal supervision in the performance of studies. Responsible for handling and processing samples and performing accurate data collection and reporting. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Perform assays such as ELISA, multiplex, immunophenotyping, comet, and micronucleus, including data analysis.</li> <li>Perform density gradient cell separations.</li> <li>Utilize micropipettes for all assays.</li> <li>Perform study preparation activities including ordering supplies, preparing/verifying paperwork, and tube labeling.</li> <li>Receive and log in reagents, solutions, and samples.</li> <li>Prepare simple to complex lab solutions.</li> <li>Assist in method development studies, method validation studies, and equipment validations as needed.</li> <li>Operate, perform quality control and maintenance procedures on equipment such as microplate readers, plate washers, cell counters, multiplex instruments, flow cytometers, freezers, liquid scintillation counter, gamma counter, and eyewash stations.</li> <li>Maintain clean work areas by cleaning dishes/glassware, wiping down countertops, and sweeping/mopping floor as needed.</li> <li>Perform basic laboratory procedures and collect and record/document research data in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), study protocols and company policies/practices.</li> <li>Demonstrate effective communication skills through informal discussions with peers, supervisors, and team.</li> <li>Actively participate in process improvement initiatives with oversight, as needed.</li> <li>Develop critical thinking, troubleshooting, and time management skills aligned with needs of the operational area.</li> <li>Under supervision, may act as lead/primary technician on basic studies.</li> <li>Input, print, and edit computer entries (e.g., laboratory data).</li> <li>Prepare materials for shipment and archival.</li> <li>Review documentation of functions performed as part of quality control requirements.</li> <li>Perform all other related duties as assigned. </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Job Requirements</H2> </div><div>Education: <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree (B.A/B.S.) in scientific field required or Associate's Degree in scientific field with 2-3 years of experience.</li> </ul> Experience: <ul> <li>Zero to two years related experience in biology, chemistry/pharmacy, or similar lab environment GLP experience preferred.</li> </ul> Other: <ul> <li>Proficient in basic technical skills and the operation of data collection equipment. Knowledge of GLPs and other federal regulations and guidelines.</li> <li>Basic understanding of study design and protocols; able to read basic study protocols and extract pertinent information.</li> <li>Must be able to perform effectively as a team member, accurately record data, follow verbal and written instructions, communicate effectively, and interact in a professional manner with management, coworkers, and sponsors.</li> <li>Able to quickly learn and utilize computer programs as needed; previous computer experience preferred.</li> </ul> Physical Demands: <ul> <li>Must be able to lift, move, manipulate and/or hold heavy objects up to and including 50 pounds; this includes work materials, equipment, and/or supplies.</li> <li>Must be able to perform procedures, standing or sitting, for long periods of time, using appropriate instruments researching with hands and arms, working in narrow spaces, and wearing safety equipment (PPE) according to OSHA regulations and company standards.</li> <li>Must be able to frequently hold and manipulate work materials while utilizing find motor skills.</li> <li>Must be able to regularly provide information to and receive information from/through various technologies, media, sources and contacts.</li> <li>Must be able to accurately exchange information in these situations.</li> <li>Regularly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer.</li> <li>Move about inside the work area to access file cabinets, office machinery etc.</li> <li>Specific vision abilities required by this job include closed vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.</li> </ul> The pay for this position is $21/hour. Must be authorized to work in the United States without a sponsor visa, now or in the future. This position requires overtime, weekend, holiday and/or after hours shift coverage, as needed.</div></div></div>About Safety Assessment Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market. Each year approximately 300 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities. 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 worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years. We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility. Equal Employment Opportunity Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. 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 crrecruitment_US@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.

Research Analyst I (Ashland, OH, US, 44805)