Research Assistant Kelly Outsourcing Consulting Group has an opening for a Research Assistant for a long-term engagement at one of our Global medical device clients in Cincinnati, Ohio. The role is eligible for medical benefits, paid time off including vacation (PTO), and holidays, 401K, and annual performance reviews. The Kelly OCG team supports Preclinical Research in Vivarium operations and includes twenty team members. If you're passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts. This client is a company that's leading the way in medical device industry.
Schedule : On-site Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm
Pay: $21-23 an hour Depending on experience
Purpose of Position To assist in research and testing which support development of products or procedures, collect, and manage data, provide technical surgical assistance during animate and inanimate labs, and coordinate appropriate project/study logistics while ensuring data integrity and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities Develop study related documentation which meets GLP, SOP, and protocol requirements to include,
Develop study specific data sheets
Study Binder set up as needed
Pre-Study Meeting Setup
Animal Related Documentation
Coordination of appropriate project/study logistics to include:
Request study specific equipment and instrumentation
Work with study coordinator to request and schedule studies to meet project timelines
Place animal orders in accordance with protocol and study schedule
Request ordering of appropriate animal related drugs to fulfill protocol and SOP requirements
Coordinate receipt, submission, and transfer of test and/or control articles
Participate in laboratory clean up post-surgery
Necropsy set-up and support
Support the conduct of histopathology work tasks including the management, transfer, and
receipt of histology specimens to an external laboratory
Test/Control Article Dispensary
Data collection and verification
Data QC - intra-op phase
Support the study director in addressing QAU audit findings
Final Data Review & Reporting Document Prep
Final Reporting Document Prep
Interface with principal investigators and contributing scientists in support of studies conducted on-site and at a contract laboratory
Interact with internal and external partners and regulatory agencies
Acts as Test Article Dispensary Clerk when assigned
Ensure the highest standards of biomedical research and development are upheld and carried out by meeting the standards of USDA (United States Department of Agriculture), AAALAC (Association of Assessment & Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care), DEA, Animal Use Policies & GLP (Good Laboratory Practices) regulations
Qualifications (Skills & Competencies) Knowledge of both human and animal anatomy/physiology
Experience working with large animals, preferably in a laboratory/research/veterinary setting
Surgical support experience; comfortable assisting at the table during surgical procedures
Experience working in a GLP regulated environment
The ability to understand and precisely follow Standard Operating Procedures
Meticulous eye for detail; able to spot minor discrepancies/errors and immediately act to correct them
Strong background in data collection, data management, and data integrity
Able to set priorities and use time wisely to meet deadlines
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong organization and project management skills
Safety-minded in the way you organize your work space and conduct yourself
Accountable for one's own actions and work; accepting the consequences of one's behavior; able to admit mistakes
Basic computer proficiency; Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Excellent verbal, written, and/or interpersonal communication skills
Required: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Zoology, Animal Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or other closely related STEM field.
Preferred, but not required: Surgical Research Specialist (SRS) certification
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