Job Description
Key Activities
· Create study proposals outlining summary of study design.
· Ability to work with clients to determine whether Transpharmation can meet the clients needs.
· Provide Scientific expertise to clients by introducing efficacy animals models that provide translational value and help accelerate the clients’ research programs.
· Optimize study and costing procedures by increasing efficiency, ensuring cost recovery, and reaching the company’s projected profit goals.
· Develop study protocols, oversee projects, and prepare final reports on contracted studies.
· Collaborate with client and team to establish an appropriate study design based on clients needs.
· Act as a bridge between client and operations throughout the study, keeping both parties informed of progress and feedback as necessary. In the event of deviations/unforeseen issues be able to effectively communicate between internal and external contacts.
· Maintain close communication with business development and finance departments for client accounts and invoicing upon each milestone.
· Develop and optimize study and costing procedures.
· Develop new study models based on market interest/requirements.
· Ensure quality standards are maintained with respect to project deliverables and Sponsor interactions.
· Provide a level of scientific interaction to enable discussions with client to move forward effectively. Also to be able to understand where client needs may not be met.
· In discussion with CSO/other Senior/Principal Scientists be prepared to identify and discuss areas for future assay development within that area for the purpose of revenue growth.
· Provide advice re. study pricing to Sales/Marketing (cost ultimately determined by Sales but they should be able to comment on final pricing and raise comment where necessary).
· Be available for internal discussions with sales team re. operational capacity, limitations, opportunities to meet emerging client needs.
· Understand potential cost implications of study amendments and help advise the sales team on appropriate cost implications.
· Maintain close contact with relevant departmental managers to ensure leadership/composition of the team reflects market trends and demands.
· File study amendments as necessary.
· At study conclusion be able to provide interpretation of ongoing/completed study to the client and address feedback as necessary.
· Ensuring appropriate analysis and interpretation of study outcomes.
· Together with team, prepare a report and be prepared to sign-off when necessary.
· Provide scientific insight to help develop new service offerings or help advance existing service offerings.
· Other duties as deemed necessary.
· Participate in business development activities as subject matter expert on areas of expertise.
· Represent and market company at scientific meetings and/or client site visits on an as-needed basis to include international travel.
Supervisory
· Act as the company’s primary resource in area of expertise, providing leadership direction on all related issues.
· Share technical and competitive information with colleagues and provide expertise to others when required.
· Promote cooperation within own team as well as between groups and with other departments.
· Explain techniques to new employees and visitors.
· Provide training to staff as required.
· To form close dialog and trust with study coordinator(s) and the technical team
o Ensure both study logistics and timelines are understood at all stages.
o Understand the current technical capability of internal resources.
o Provide hands-on support to technical team as necessary.
o Be aware of ongoing study issues and co-ordinate communication between Transpharmation and client during the in-life study stage.
1.1 EDUCATION
· Veterinary or graduate level science degree or B.Sc. degree in a relevant field (e.g., Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics, Veterinary Sciences, Biochemistry, Biology, Neuroscience) with at least 3 years of direct experience.
· A higher degree of Masters or PhD is considered advantageous but not essential to the role. Preclinical expertise in rodent disease models with a variety of end points.
· · Expertise in the design, development and validation of preclinical studies for compound efficacy profiling and screening; including analysing data and report writing
· Excellent organisational, problem-solving and communication skills
· Ability to work well within a team, as well as independently and proactively
· Ability to manage and prioritise multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
· Highly motivated and ability to be flexible in case of changing priorities.
1.2 Experience
· 3-5 years’ experience managing projects, research activities, and collaborative initiatives in a science delivery environment.
· Demonstrated experience and comfort in managing animal studies.
· Experience in the delivery of diagnostic or reference laboratory services under a system of quality.
· Experience in planning and managing human and financial resources.
· Experience in managing communications and high-level preparation of study related documentation.
· Experience conducting safety and efficacy studies.
· Experience handling confidential laboratory and scientific data
· Experience executing administrative strategies
· Proven organizational skills and attention to details
· Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
· · HO licence 1-4 and 5, including rodent dosing, behavioural testing, surgical techniques, tissue dissections
We are particularly looking for expertise in Eplilepsy /neuropharmacology models
Salary range £45-£49k per annum