Support Scientist I- Study CoordinationWork with Purpose

We are seeking a Support Scientist I, Study Coordination for our Manual Ion Channel Testing Team at our Safety Assessment site located in Cleveland, OH.

Support Scientist provides administrative and scientific support to the Project Scientists/Study Directors.  Staff participate in the tracking and managing study related materials, providing requested data/information to the Project Scientist/Study Director or Sponsor, interpreting, and reporting study related data, and contributing to the improvement and optimization of the discipline workflows.  Staff are also knowledgeable in the application of GxP’s and applicable SOPs, along with adhering to study protocols where required.

Essential Functions (The fundamental Competencies/Skills & Responsibilities of the role (products and services provided/results accomplished) include, but are not limited to, those listed: 

• Efficiently perform and document all procedures, materials and results in compliance with applicable regulatory standards as applicable (protocols, methods, SOPs, etc.)

• Accurately review study data for adherence to SOPs, methods/protocols and regulatory requirements

• Effectively complete administrative tasks such as filing and placing orders as needed

• Ensure documents align with requirements indicated in Client Information Database (CID)

• Attain CRL personnel and Sponsor signature/approval for study documents and distribute documents when necessary

• Attend study and/or department related meetings to assure understanding of assigned projects

• Demonstrate effective communication skills through informal discussions with peers, supervisor, team and Sponsor/SDs

• Develop critical thinking, troubleshooting and time management skills aligned with needs of operational areas

• Maintain department, study and inventory trackers in support of Project Scientist/Study Director

• Assist in preparation of data shared with Sponsors

• Efficiently perform daily operational tasks to support the Project Scientist and Laboratory staff within one operational area

• Assist with generation and maintenance of standard draft study plans/protocols/amendments and reporting templates in accordance with CRL or Sponsor specific

• Perform all other related duties as assigned

The pay for this position is $23.00/hr. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location

Qualifications (Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities required to accomplish the essential functions) include but are not limited to:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience.  No previous work experience required
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above

• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing at all levels inside and outside the organization

• Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite

• Computer skills, commensurate with Essential Functions, including the ability to learn a validated system

• Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to evenings, weekends, extended shifts, and/or extra shifts; sometimes on short notice

• Ability to work under specific time constraints