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WSFS Bank

Contract Administration - Paralegal

Newark, DE · On-site

$53K - $88K/yr

At WSFS Bank, we empower our Associates to grow their careers, guide our customers to secure their ... Conduct legal research on banking, transportation, and regulatory matters. * Assist in preparing ...

Wsfsbank

Contract Administration - Paralegal

Newark, DE · On-site

$53K - $88K/yr

At WSFS Bank, we empower our Associates to grow their careers, guide our customers to secure their ... Conduct legal research on banking, transportation, and regulatory matters. * Assist in preparing ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Research Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Research Associate, you need a solid background in life sciences or a related field, attention to detail, and experience with clinical research processes. Familiarity with regulatory systems like FDA guidelines, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), data management tools, and electronic data capture (EDC) systems is typically required. Strong organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently or in teams help set candidates apart. These competencies ensure that clinical trials are conducted accurately, compliantly, and efficiently, supporting successful research outcomes.

What is the difference between Contract Research Associate vs Clinical Research Coordinator?

AspectContract Research AssociateClinical Research Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree, often in life sciences; certifications like CCRP beneficialBachelor's degree in health sciences or related field; certifications like CCRP or CCRC advantageous
Work EnvironmentTypically in pharmaceutical or biotech companies, contract research organizations (CROs)Usually in hospitals, clinics, or research sites
Employer & IndustryPharmaceutical companies, CROs, biotech firmsHospitals, academic medical centers, research institutions
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles support clinical trials, a Contract Research Associate primarily works for pharmaceutical or biotech companies managing trial processes remotely or at sites, often on a contractual basis. A Clinical Research Coordinator typically works directly at research sites, coordinating patient visits and data collection. Both roles require similar credentials and certifications, but their work environments and employer types differ.

What are some typical challenges faced by Contract Research Associates when managing multiple studies simultaneously?

Contract Research Associates often juggle several clinical trials at once, which can pose challenges in time management and prioritization. Balancing the requirements of different sponsors, adhering to varying protocols, and ensuring accurate documentation for each study demand strong organizational skills. Additionally, staying up to date with regulatory changes and effective communication with site staff are crucial to avoid delays and ensure compliance. Developing efficient workflows and leveraging project management tools can help address these challenges.

What is a Contract Research Associate?

A Contract Research Associate (CRA) is a professional who is typically hired on a contractual basis to support and manage clinical trials or research projects. Their primary responsibilities include monitoring research sites, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations, collecting and verifying data, and maintaining proper documentation. CRAs play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and safety of clinical studies, often working for pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations (CROs), or academic institutions. The contract nature of the role means that assignments are usually project-based and may vary in duration and scope.
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Research Associate

Research Associate

Charles River Laboratories, Inc.

Newark, DE

$65K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Charles River Laboratories rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 93 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 74 rated pharmaceutical

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.

Job Overview

This role will be responsible for assisting with experimental design, performing experiments and analyzing data to support new product and service development and associated support functions related to Research and Development within Microbial Solutions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
•    Plan and conduct experiments in a timely and efficient manner in the R&D department related to Microbial Solutions products and services. 
•    Conduct data review, analysis and prepare summaries related to R&D experiments. Ensure attention to detail in record keeping and result verification.
•    Present experimental results to internal and external stakeholders.
•    Use scientific literature to plan and troubleshoot R&D projects. 
•    Support R&D efforts in responding to customer, QA, Operations and field-support questions.
•    Maintain productive relationships with internal and external collaborators, and customers.
•    Maintain freezer stocks of microbial isolates of all assigned projects.
•    Provide routine maintenance, repair and cleaning of all laboratory equipment.
•    Purchase and stock laboratory supplies.
•    Comply with all aspects of laboratory safety, safety stations, safety manuals, safety SOPs and MSDS sheets.
•    Assist in the development and review of controlled documents such as Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, and Specifications.
•    Assist with laboratory training of junior and/or new R&D staff.
•    Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

•    Education: Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in Microbiology or Molecular biology or related scientific field. 
•    Experience: at least 0 to 3 years industry experience required in related field. 
•    A technical understanding of microbiology and molecular biology.
•    Knowledge and experience with techniques including aseptic technique, microbial cell cultures, genomic nucleic acid (DNA/RNA) extraction, DNA sequencing, PCR, spectroscopy, and/or mass spectrometry preferred. 
•    Knowledge of bioinformatics tools, phylogenetic analysis and experimental design is desirable.
•    Knowledge and experience with microbial identification technology a plus.
•    Knowledge and experience with analyzing experimental data using Microsoft Excel and/or other software. 
•    An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

The pay range for this position is $65,000 - $70,000. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, and location.

About Microbial Solutions
Our Microbial Solutions business group has a comprehensive portfolio of endotoxin testing, microbial detection and microbial identification products and services is unlike any other, and has been purposefully designed to meet the complex and ever-changing needs of the industry. We help clients to ensure product safety and quality with easy-to-use yet robust testing solutions that satisfy regulatory requirements, support critical decision making and improve operational efficiencies.


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. And in 2019, revenue increased to $2.62 billion.

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 80% of the drugs approved by the FDA in the last 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 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.

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.

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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.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Wilmington, MA, US

Year founded

1947

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