Research Scientist - Safety Assessment Toxicology

Charles River Laboratories; Laval; Hybrid; CAD 104,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Hybrid work arrangement

4 weeks vacation

10 personal days

Free parking

Near Montmorency Subway

Job summary

Charles River Laboratories in Laval, QC, seeks an experienced Research Scientist to oversee preclinical efficacy and toxicology studies within the Safety Assessment team. This role combines scientific leadership, study planning, and client collaboration to ensure robust, GLP-compliant results.

The position entails study plan development, cross-functional coordination, and communication with Sponsors, with a hybrid on-site/remote work arrangement and a salary range of $73,000–$99,000 CAD/USD per

Qualifications

• Doctorate in health-related disciplines.
• ≥5 years of preclinical scientist/researcher experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee program strategies with clients and support statements of work.
• Function as an independent Study Director under GLP regulations.
• Draft, review and edit Study Plans and related documents.
• Coordinate study procedures and ensure SOP/GLP compliance.
• Communicate study results and maintain client contact.
• Provide technical and scientific guidance to staff.
• Represent the department in interdepartmental initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Doctorate in health-related disciplines

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

As an experienced Research Scientist for our Safety Assessment Toxicology team located in Laval, you will be overseeing study conduct of preclinical efficacy and/or toxicology studies. Multidisciplined expertise and oversight of client projects with varied dose routes, durations and complexities, the role expands to include scientific leadership in standard and non-standard preclinical models, technical oversight of studies, project management, and client interaction/collaboration. Your success will ensure the smooth running of our research, as well as the integrity of our pre-clinical studies.

In This Role, Primary Responsibilities Include

• Design and oversee with prospective and current clients program strategies and support commercial groups in the preparation of statement of work;
• Function as an independent Study Director in accordance with the applicable Good Laboratory Practice regulations (GLPs);
• Designs, writes, reviews and edits, as necessary, Study Plans, amendments and study schedules that define and schedule all study activities;
• Oversees and coordinates all aspects of study procedures, whether performed within the department or by service departments;
• Ensures that projects are performed according to Standard Operating Procedures and Good Laboratory Practice regulations and is aware of appropriate regulations, guidelines and guidances;
• Writes, reviews, and edits, as necessary, draft or final reports that document all study related procedures and results;
• Prompt verbal or written communication with Sponsors on study related business;
• Oversees and coordinates study conduct (Study Plan development, technical guidance, and reporting);
• Works on programs of moderate to difficult complexity;
• Involvement in design, development and/or performance of new procedures;
• May prepare abstracts for scientific publication;
• Presents collaborative or independent research internally or externally;
• Provides technical and scientific guidance to research staff;
• Functions as departmental representative for interdepartmental communications and initiatives as required.

Key Elements

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

• Doctorate in health-related disciplines;
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in a preclinical environment as a scientist/researcher;
• Good interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong problem-solving skills;
• Strong organizational skills.

Role Specific Information

• Location: 445 Boul. Armand-Frappier, Laval, QC, H7V 4B3;
• Transportation: Free parking. Near the Montmorency Subway. Electric vehicle charging station;
• Annual bonus based on performance;
• Schedule: Daytime Monday to Friday;
• Hybrid position – Half on-site & half remote (subject to change depending on the business needs);
• Permanent position as of the hiring, full-time 37.5hrs per week.
• Salary: The hiring range for this position is $73,000 to $99,000 per year. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications and location.

Why Charles River?

• We offer competitive benefits and advantages from day one to support your well-being;
• Paid development training;
• Employee and family assistance program;
• Excellent welcome program for new employees as well as in-house advancement and career development opportunities;
• Access to a doctor and various health professionals (telemedicine);
• 4 weeks’ Vacation & 10 Personal day policy;
• Many social activities!

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 300 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 over 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 worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past 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 is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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 [e-mail]. 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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