Associate Scientist, Veterinary Quality Services (Saint Joseph, United States, Missouri)
About this opportunity
Description
Performs animal care/welfare activities and bio-analytical methods (in vivo, microbiological, immunological, virological, or molecular biological) for various Bio QC tests on raw materials, in-process, release or stability samples in compliance with AAALACi standards, 9CFR, EU and VICH regulatory guidelines, Outlines of Production and Special Outlines. Supports R&D testing as needed. Initiates, executes and completes assays as per validated procedures and within Quality and Compliance guidelines. Communicates animal welfare, testing, compliance and/or scheduling issues to supervisors. Adheres to company policies, maintains a safe work environment and follows appropriate GMP documentation practices.
Duties & Responsibilities
Testing:
Perform routine animal care and welfare activities as needed
Perform routine testing using a portion of the existing animal and laboratory assays
Maintains reagents, supplies and calibrated equipment
Prepare reagents and materials
Calculates results
Communicates schedule, test status and concerns
Review results and test sheets
Projects:
Site level quality, efficiency and animal welfare enhancement projects as needed
Coordinate projects with supervision
Coordination of projects within group
Is called upon by other groups in Veterinary Quality Services or QC for collaboration or SME
Skills:
Animal observation and care
Information/data summarized in concise format
Demonstrates creativity and contributes original suggestions
Troubleshoot/problem solving beyond method defined action
Locate answers from other areas/consult with other areas
Seeks development opportunities
Technology:
Use of Word and Excel, QM software for data management, inventory software, and IDEA for Con (Document system)
Test site equipment
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Biology or relevant scientific discipline.
In addition to Bachelor's degree in a non-relevant discipline, a minimum of 1 year of relevant scientific and/or animal care experience in a cGMP or similar environment.
In addition to Associates degree, a minimum of 2 years of relevant scientific and/or animal care experience in a cGMP or similar environment. LAT AALAS Certification preferred.
In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 5 years of scientific and/or animal care experience in a cGMP or similar environment.
Skills:
Animal observation and care, detailed observation of animal well-being and provision of effective care at a high level of competence
Information/data summarized in concise format, clear format of tables and data
Demonstrates creativity and contributes original suggestions, suggests and presents ideas for continual improvement
Troubleshoot/problem solving beyond method defined action, uses skills, lab and data knowledge when assessing and solving problems
Locate answers from other areas/consult with other areas, seek the input of others when solving complex problems
Seeks development opportunities, steps forward to participate and tackle projects and issues
Technology:
Use of Word and Excel, QM software for data management, inventory software, and IDEA for Con (Document system), ability to format information, Ability locate information, Ability to progress documents through the system
Test site equipment, ability to effectively and safely use site equipment
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)
Must be 18 years of age or older
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