Senior Scientific Associate - GLP Study Lead

Charles River Laboratories; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles River Laboratories in Reno, NV is seeking a scientist to provide scientific support for preclinical and clinical studies, manage study tasks, and interpret study data. You will oversee start-up procedures, help develop protocols, ensure data integrity, present findings, and act as study director on basic projects while mentoring junior staff.

The role requires a BS, 4–6 years in animal science or related labs, strong communication, and proficiency with standard software; GLP compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
• 4–6 years of related experience in animal science or analogous lab environment; CRO/pharma exposure a plus.
• Effective written and verbal communication; proficient with MS Office and basic lab calculations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee study start-up procedures with cross‑department interaction.
• Assist in generating study protocols and laboratory procedures for regulatory guidelines and sponsor approvals.
• Ensure all study data are accurately recorded and verified.

Skills

Study management

Data interpretation

GLP knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Charles River Laboratories in Reno, NV is seeking a scientist to provide scientific support for preclinical and clinical studies, manage study tasks, and interpret study data. You will oversee start-up procedures, help develop protocols, ensure data integrity, present findings, and act as study director on basic projects while mentoring junior staff.

The role requires a BS, 4–6 years in animal science or related labs, strong communication, and proficiency with standard software; GLP compliance