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Job Title: External Research Operations Associate Location: Groton, CT Type: Contract Compensation: $25-$29.40 Work Model: Onsite – onsite Hours: 40.0 Overview Leading pharmaceutical company looking for an entry level External Research Operations Associate. Ideal candidates should have a bachelors degree and experience with scientific data workflows, data management, and data QC in a research or screening environment.

Responsibilities

• Support external screening data operations, plate-based screening workflows, and vendor coordination to ensure accurate, timely data delivery for scientific decision-making.
• Maintain and update external screening data repositories and vendor-specific portals.
• Process screening requests, validate and QC data deliverables, and distribute accurate data to scientists.
• Coordinate with external vendors and CROs to track screening requests, clarify deliverables, and support timely resolution of data or workflow issues.
• Support plate-based screening assay transfer to external CRO partners by ensuring assay data, protocols, controls, and supporting documentation are organized, complete, and aligned with internal standards.
• Receive, format, and publish screening data using standardized data-loading tools and templates.
• Register and maintain vendor profiles and project records in designated systems.
• Maintain and update reference/control compound lists and screening protocols.
• Request registration of new control/reference compounds as needed.
• Adhere to established data handling standards and maintain clear documentation for audits and reporting.
• Support additional responsibilities as business needs, project priorities, or workflow requirements evolve.

• BS in Biology or related scientific discipline required.
• Experience with scientific data workflows, data management, and data QC in a research or screening environment.
• In vitro pharmacology experience preferred, including plate-based screening assay workflows, data analysis/QC, and upload.
• Experience working with external vendors, CROs, or outsourced research partners preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Highly organized, with the ability to track details, follow established processes, and maintain clear documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed, cross-functional environment.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.