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The Study Director provides expertise to clients on the uses of the Tumorgraft/PDX mouse platform for preclinical drug testing. Essential job duties include preliminary client study design in collaboration with the business development team, interaction with the Lab and Facilities Operations teams to coordinate study execution and preparing study protocols/updates/analyses/reports. Collaborates with the Business Development group to enhance client relationships and facilitate continued business for Champions Oncology.

The Study Director will be proactive with regards to client needs for ongoing and future studies, provide excellent customer service, and mitigate miscommunications that occur in the preparation, execution and delivery of TOS projects.    DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES: \tParticipates as the scientific technical lead in client meetings related to potential and current pre-clinical PDX opportunities.  \tManages studies with highly technical components and expanded endpoints such as Immuno-oncology and Hematological studies involving ex-vivo analyses including but not limited to 2D/3D cell assays, Luminex, ELISA and flow cytometry.  \tDefines client scientific requirements and develops study design and protocols according to IACUC guidelines and operational ability.  \tRecommends tumor model selection based on needs and availability; suggests replacements when necessary.  \tMakes suggestions for studies in progress based on data in real time.  \tReviews formulation documents and ensures all necessary test agents and standards of care are in stock prior to study initiation.    \tOrganizes kickoff and protocol review meetings with clients and internal staff.  \tMonitors ongoing study data to ensure tasks are being completed and any adverse events are identified and communicated to the sponsor in a timely manner.  \tIssues directives to the lab based on data and protocol endpoints.  \tProvide weekly updates, data analysis, and final reports to clients.  \tPerforms data and statistical analysis of study data at completion of TOS sponsor studies.  \tPrepares final reports at the conclusion of studies with proposed next steps.   \tRecognizes revenue for models/studies for Finance through Salesforce.  \tInterfaces with Business Development, Operations, and other Champions personnel to successfully coordinate projects from start to finish.  \tIdentifies and provides resolution to problems involving ongoing TOS studies.  \tParticipates in discussions around and provides feedback for process improvement to improve quality.  \tRepresents Champions in the field at client meetings and scientific conferences.  \tOrganizes periodic program reviews with clients and makes suggestions for studies based on pipeline alignment.  \tIdentifies potential new opportunities and facilitates ongoing discussions regarding new opportunities with existing clients.  \tDeliver customer value in a timely manner, and ensure protocols are accurate.   \tWorks independently \tOther duties may be assigned verbally at any time. QualificationsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: \tDepth of scientific knowledge around preclinical research platforms.   \tScientific expertise in molecular biology techniques including but not limited to those associated with cell-based assays, ELISA, PCR, and IHC.  \tExperience with analyzing flow cytometry data a plus.  \tKnowledge of project management and oncology research. Knowledge of in vivo oncology models (Xenograft/PDX) required.

Understanding of preclinical drug development, a plus.  \tCustomer service skills, timely decision making, good interpersonal skills and an ability to be persistent while maintaining tact.   \tMust have the ability to balance several priorities simultaneously with high attention to detail.  \tAbility for frequent adaptation, self-organization, accountability.  \tEffective oral and written communication skills are required.  \tKnowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel as well as Statistical Software such as GraphPad Prism.    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: \tPh.D. degree in chemical/biological science preferred.   \t3 to 5 years of experience in pre-clinical research or a similar position.    PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: \t \tMust be able to sit for long periods of time using a computer in a typical home office environment or in an office environment in a multi-level facility.  \t     This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.