RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

Who we are: Kingfisher International Inc. is a contract research organization that specializes in in-vivo GLP/GCP studies in dogs and cats in support of drug, nutritional supplement, and vaccine development exclusively for the domestic and international veterinary market. We have a reputation for satisfying our clients by providing high quality services with the utmost attention to the latest scientific research and regulatory standards. Our goal is to change the lives of pets by being leaders in veterinary research through professionalism, compassion, respect, and integrity, and teamwork. We are looking for a Research Associate to join our team who demonstrates our core values, and is eager to be a part of our mission.

Job Description:
This position is a “hands-on” role with all aspects pertaining to the successful running of a study. The job requires solid communication skills to ensure a contemporaneous link between the Animal Health staff and the study team, as well as strong writing skills to assist in the compilation of study protocols, final reports, and other study documentation.

Job Responsibilities:
• Assisting with writing and formatting of scientific protocols and data collection forms.
• Assisting with making suitable form templates for electronic data capture.
• Assisting with study logistics and planning including, but not limited to:
o Scheduling of study activities;
o Coordinating technical and scientific staff including subcontractors;
o Procurement of study materials;
o Composing requests for Experimental Study Certificates;
o Planning and supervising of highly technical study days.
• Assisting Study Associates (SA) and Quality Control personnel (QC) with:
o Data collection during all study phases;
o Spot-checking paperwork generated by personnel to ensure data is complete, accurate, and orderly.
• Acting as the primary “eyes and ears” for the Study Director/Investigator (SD/I) to ensure:
o In-life activities are proceeding smoothly;
o Protocol deviations are minimized;
o Protocol amendments are initiated in an orderly and proactive fashion.
• Informing the SD/I of unexpected events during the course of the study.
• Ensuring QA audits are completed in a timely manner by assisting with draft responses, checking error correction status, and reviewing documentation affiliated with audits.
• Assisting with writing and formatting of the final study report, internal and external contributing reports, FSR appendices, and compilation of raw data files.
• Assisting with “hands on” study procedures as required.
Skills and Qualifications:
• Post-secondary degree/diploma
• Knowledge and experience related to the duties and responsibilities specified
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Experience with scientific writing and/or research are considered assets
• Knowledge of GLP/GCP regulations is considered an asset

Shift:
• Full time, 5 days a week
• Position requires some flexibility in shifts due to study requirements with possible weekend work required occasionally
Compensation:
• Salary range $40,000 - $50,000
• Health and dental benefits
• 2 weeks annual paid vacation

To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and CV to info@kingfisherint.com