Technicien toxicologie et pharmacocinétique préclinique

Evotec WD; Toulouse; Sur place; EUR 35 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Evotec WD in Toulouse, France is seeking a dedicated individual to conduct and support early toxicology and preclinical pharmacokinetic studies. You will follow study protocols, administer test compounds, and ensure compliance with regulations while maintaining animal welfare.

The ideal candidate will have skills in laboratory animal science, knowledge of pharmacokinetics, and relevant certifications. This role requires attention to detail and excellent communication skills. Join us to contribute to critical research in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Skills in laboratory animal science.
• Knowledge of laboratory animal biology and animal welfare regulations.
• Knowledge of pharmacokinetics.
• Proficiency in computer tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail, organizational skills, autonomy, teamwork, and dynamism.

Responsabilités

• Conduct and support early toxicology and preclinical pharmacokinetic studies.
• Follow study protocols provided by the Study Director.
• Contribute to the procurement of animals and consumables.
• Take responsibility for study preparation and documentation.
• Administer test compounds to animals based on protocols.
• Monitor animals during studies and verify study data.
• Process data collected and format it for study reports.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory procedures and regulations.
• Support the training of new employees.
• Contribute to animal care and hygiene programs.

Connaissances

Laboratory animal science

Knowledge of laboratory animal biology

Knowledge of pharmacokinetics

Computer proficiency

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Autonomy

Teamwork

Dynamism

Formation

FunctionA certification or FELASAB certification

Description du poste

General Mission

Conduct and support early toxicology and preclinical pharmacokinetic studies.

Responsibilities

• Follow study protocols provided by the Study Director.
• Contribute to the procurement of animals, consumables, and test compounds required for preclinical studies.
• Take responsibility for study preparation: prepare formulations, identify containers dedicated to the collection of biological matrices, tissues, or organs, and provide paper or electronic documentation dedicated to raw data collection and processing.
• Perform animal randomization based on body weight.
• Monitor animals during studies according to protocol requirements and verify environmental study data.
• Administer test compounds to animals in accordance with study protocol requirements and under the supervision of the Study Director.
• Collect and prepare biological matrices, tissues, and organs in accordance with study protocol requirements.
• Take responsibility for or contribute to the development of new sampling, collection, or dosing techniques while ensuring animal welfare.
• Depending on qualifications, be responsible for and contribute to the implementation of surgical techniques to meet protocol requirements and support the development of new animal models.
• Contribute to the technical support of efficacy studies or early toxicology studies.
• Process data collected during the in-life phase and format it for use by the Study Director in the preparation of study reports.
• Report activities and maintain required tools: collect all information necessary to support departmental or organizational operational metrics; record completed tasks and individual activity data using approved forms or designated software; record animal management data in the laboratory animal management software used within the department.
• Comply with and apply laboratory procedures: use laboratory animals in accordance with applicable regulations, AAALAC recommendations, and company guidelines relating to this activity; ensure the proper use of equipment.
• Support the onboarding and training of new employees.
• Contribute to the implementation of animal care, enrichment, and hygiene programs within the animal facility during weekdays, weekends, and public holidays.
• Serve as a member of the Animal Welfare Body (AWB) or the Ethics Committee.
• Contribute to or lead continuous improvement projects, benefiting from Lean methodology tools.
• Carry out activities in compliance with applicable quality procedures and with current health, safety, security, and environmental (HSSE) requirements.

Qualifications

• Skills in laboratory animal science.
• Knowledge of laboratory animal biology and animal welfare regulations.
• Knowledge of pharmacokinetics.
• Proficiency in computer tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and software related to equipment operation).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail, organizational skills, autonomy, teamwork, and dynamism.

Experience and Education

• FunctionA certification or FELASAB certification – Laboratory Animal Use and Protection – FunctionA.
• Experience in laboratory animal techniques.

Equality and Diversity

The company considers all applications equally, including those of people with disabilities, on an equal competence basis.