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The position has responsibilities centered around the execution, planning, and management of assigned studies. The role will participate in vivo pharmacology research conducting biochemical screening models, proof-of-concept models for target validation, as well as disease efficacy models to evaluate development and discovery lead compounds. The ability to communicate succinctly with clients, coordinators, and technicians is key as well as a cross-functional, flexible, and collaborative spirit.

• Manages client correspondence and relationship

• Works with study sponsors to create study protocols

• Informs Live Phase Study Coordinator of decisions to initiate studies and thereby proceed with ordering animals and necessary study supplies

• Ensures all research technicians are properly trained to perform task and is ultimately responsible for all work performed on his/her study.

• Performs disease-inducing procedures

• Provides potential study sponsors with quotes for proposed studies

• Ensures all tasks are performed on daily schedule

• Performs surgical procedures

• Performs research technicians' tasks, as needed

• Prepares high quality and accurate data package for clients

• Keeps track of project timelines for forecasting purposes

• Oversees coordinating of all studies and allocates resources

• Identifies and is accountable for driving ways to improve the efficiency and quality of processes and the resulting deliverables, influencing key stakeholders as applicable

• Writes IACUC protocols

• Strategic thinking around process improvement, business development, and overall study operations

• Other duties may be assigned

Minimum Education / Experience Requirements:

• A basic understanding of integrated physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology is required.

• Previous pre-clinical in vivo laboratory experience including handling of research rodents is required.

• Industry research experience is highly preferred.

• Research experience in therapeutic area is highly preferred.

• MS degree in related scientific discipline (e.g., Physiology, Pharmacology) and at least 3-5 years of experience of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required

• Ph.D. degree in related scientific discipline (e.g., Physiology, Pharmacology) is highly preferred.

Skills

• In-depth understanding of in vivo rodent models of musculoskeletal disease, including osteoarthritis (OA), and multi-system physiology, as well as in vitro analyses of pathobiology and disease biomarkers.

• Strong understanding in osteoarthritis biology, disease progression, translational biomarkers, and the application of preclinical OA models to support therapeutic development.

• Proficient in rodent surgical techniques, including survival and non-survival procedures, with experience performing and managing surgically induced disease models. Experience with OA-related surgical models (e.g., DMM, MMT, ACLT, or other joint injury models) is highly desirable.

• Demonstrates strong organizational, communication (both oral and written), time management, and interpersonal skills within a cross-functional scientific environment.

• Must actively participate and work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented setting.

• Strong understanding of study design, execution, and interpretation of preclinical pharmacology and disease model data.

• Adept at data management, analysis, interpretation, and reduction, with the ability to communicate findings clearly to scientific and non-scientific audiences.

• Demonstrated ability to author, review, and manage the production of scientific documents, including preclinical study protocols, data packages, technical reports, regulatory-supporting documentation, and publications in peer-reviewed journals.

• Experience leading scientific programs, mentoring technical staff, and interacting with sponsors or external collaborators is preferred

• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; familiarity with GraphPad Prism desired.

• Shows flexibility and ability to apply his/her knowledge to new areas of study.

• Commitment to safety and the humane treatment of laboratory animals is required.

• Results Driven: Internal drive toward action to efficiently, timely, and accurately achieve results. Sets high but achievable standards for self and others. Seeks opportunities to improve process and outcomes. Constantly reviews performance to identify areas to develop.

• Customer Focus: Identifies, prioritizes and anticipates customer needs and delivers relevant, value-add, solutions to meet and exceed them.

• Efficient: Takes responsibility for own time and effectiveness. Identifies what needs to be done and does it before being asked or before the situation requires it. Able to work things out without having to be shown too often. Seeks opportunities to contribute appropriately without direction.

• Communication: Able to communicate information and ideas clearly and articulately both in oral and written form. Uses appropriate language, style and methods depending on audience and the purpose of communication. Able to convey complex information clearly. Anticipates the information that others will need. Expresses ideas effectively. Practices attentive and active listening.

• Collaboration: Actively supports and contributes to the success of the team. Actively encourages and practices collaboration and cooperation on the team. Shares information and supports other team members. Can get things done with and through others and set realistic objectives. Seeks opportunities to develop others.

• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Able to identify and separate out the key components of problems and situations. Able to manipulate and interpret information from a range of sources to spot patterns and trends in information and to deduce cause and effect from this. Can generate a range of creative solutions, evaluate, and choose the most appropriate option.

• Organization and Time Management: Plans and prioritizes work, manages time appropriately to meet deadlines, follows up with others to ensure one's own work and commitments are completed on time, deals with pressure and deadlines through good planning.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a typical interior office

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and computer work

• Work also conducted in laboratory setting

• Teamwork setting

• Consistent written and verbal communication

Salary Range: $80,100- $105,500, adjusted according to the level of the role and the candidate's relevant experience and/or education. Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities.

Benefits: Health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401(k), and more.

Position Status: Open until filled.

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*This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person's relevant experience and/or education level.

Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we "Play to Win" in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. There's an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual's unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people's lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.