Job Description

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.

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Job Summary

As a Research Scientist in Large molecule Bioanalytical for the Analytical Chemestry and Biology Department located in Laval, you will be responsible for the conduct of bioanalytical non-GLP studies and standard GLP studies using LC-MS/MS, HPLC-UV or any other analytical detection method, in compliance with the Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) Regulations of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development Principles and the US Food and Drug Administration (21 CFR Part 58 and subsequent amendments).

In this role, key responsibilities may include:

• Act as a Study Director/Principal Investigator or Individual Scientist for non-GLP studies, as well as standard GLP Bioanalytical studies with support;
• Prepare and review study-related documentation (e.g. draft study plans, amendments, technical procedures, etc.), in collaboration with the Study Director (as necessary);
• Review toxicology study plans and amendments (sections pertaining to Bioanalytical), in collaboration with the Study Director/Principal Investigator and/or Individual Scientist;
• Maintain compliance with general scientific/regulatory standards in the Bioanalytical laboratory;
• Write and review technical reports and procedures;
• Interact with sponsors, suppliers, quality assurance auditors, regulatory auditors and Study Directors, as required;
• Review analytical data generated by the services and ensure adequacy of record-keeping;
• Assist in effectively scheduling the activities for validations and analysis of biological samples in a multi-disciplinary laboratory using a variety of extraction techniques, manual testing, automated equipment and analytical instruments;

Key Elements

We are looking for the following minimum qualifications for this role:

• Bachelor\'s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field or equivalent; or PHD would be consider an asset;
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant bioanalytical method development experience with large molecules by LC-MS/MS;
• Significant experience using LC-MS/MS with chromatographic data system
• Good knowledge and application of GLP with the ability to train technical personnel;
• Efficient time management;
• Reading and writing of English. Bilingualism is required;
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills;
• Detail oriented and meticulous;
• Ability to work independently under time constraints and adapt to change;

Why Charles River ?

• Comprehensive group insurance paid 85% by the employer
• Paid Development Trainings
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to a doctor and various health professionals at all times (telemedicine)
• Personal days off
• Many organized social activities

If you can contribute to the well-being of our communities, not just across the country, but around the world, join the team and BE THE DIFFERENCE!

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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 120 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 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, 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 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.

Charles River Laboratories