Study Director I

Responsibilities:

• For potential and awarded studies, work with management to determine available animals for use (inventory) and that studies are appropriately resourced (personnel).
• Responsible for all phases of protocol development including approval prior to initiation of study activities.
• Establish appropriate communication mechanisms with the sponsor and ensure timely communication throughout the life cycle of the project.
• Review & approve data collection forms, formulation instructions, and formulation labels.
• Responsible for confirming that the study work schedule/calendar is consistent with study protocol.
• Manage the conduct of all study activities in alignment with the protocol and appropriate SOPs
• Assure that all experimental data, including observations of unanticipated responses of the test system are accurately recorded and verified.
• Assure that any unexpected events (including SOP or protocol deviations) that may affect the quality and integrity of the study are noted when they occur, management is informed, and corrective action is taken and documented.
• Report study results to the Sponsor after consultation with senior staff and in collaboration with key personnel/principal investigators.
• Ensure that study data and specimens are compiled, organized, inventoried, and archived at Inotiv or transferred to the archiving facility/sponsor prior to or upon completion of the report.
• Ensure that studies requiring methods other than those normally used are brought to the attention of staff and that staff are appropriately trained.
• Available to work weekends, holidays, and extended hours during the work week as assigned.
• Competency in the use of relevant computer systems and capable of assisting others with troubleshooting activities.
• Compliance with applicable USDA regulations, Animal Welfare Act, facility Animal Care and Use Committee requirements, and the Guide for Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.
• Responsible for monitoring compliance with all facility and company safety requirements including full compliance of PPE use and all safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Science
• 3-5 years experience In-vivo Study Execution or Study Direction Experience in Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics, or Toxicology

*This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person's relevant experience and/or education level.

Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we "Play to Win" in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. There's an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual's unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people's lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.