Research Assistant – Open application

Location:

Kuopio (70210) – Finland

Salary:

Competitive

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Science Jobs

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Advertiser:

Charles River Laboratories, Inc.

Job ID:

131272581

Posted On:

27 October 2024

For over 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

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Job Summary

OPEN APPLICATION 

We are looking for hourly paid RESEARCH ASSISTANTS/ LABORATORY TECHNICIANS to join our Laboratory Sciences (LS) and In Vivo (IV) units at our Kuopio office. 

Main duties and responsibilities

–    performs practical laboratory work
–    receiving, processing and formulation of test substances (LS)
–    performs biochemical well plate measurements, as well as histological methods (LS)
–    daily care and maintenance of animals (IV)
–    performs research techniques in laboratory animals in models of CNS (Central Nervous System) disease, such as dosing, behavioral tests, collection, and handling of tissue samples (IV)
–    participates in the preparation, data collection, documentation and input of measurements as needed for the experiment 
–    other support functions of the unit and assistance in other tasks as needed 

Job Qualifications

–    suitable qualifications acquired through vocational training, such as laboratory technician or bio analyst 
–    previous experience in solution preparation, laboratory equipment, biochemical measurements or histological methods is considered an advantage (LS)
–    experience in laboratory animal work and research technical tasks, such as laboratory animal care, dosing, or behavioral testing (IV)
–    basic computer skills, e.g., Microsoft Office software 
–    good oral and written English skills are considered an advantage 
–    effective teamwork and active communication essential

We offer you a job in an international working environment where you have the opportunity to develop your skills. In addition to statutory employment benefits, you will have access to ePassport and 24/7 accident insurance.

This open application is for Research Assistants/Laboratory Technicians. Please let us know in your cover letter in which kind of position and tasks you are interested in order for us to better find a suitable option. Please be aware that working permit for EU is required.

 

Be our greatest discovery. This is Your Moment.

About Discovery

Discovery from Charles River is industry-proven in the successful development of novel therapies, with over 320 patents and 74 preclinical drug candidates delivered to our sponsors in the past 17 years. Backed by more than 650 scientists, our comprehensive, integrated portfolio employs the latest technology and platforms to provide chemistry, biology, and pharmacology services that support clients from the earliest stages of hit identification all the way through to IND. Our client-focused, collaborative approach creates true partnerships that anticipate challenges, overcome obstacles, and move us forward together on the journey of getting new drugs to market.

About Charles River

Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.
 

With over 22,000 employees within 100 facilities in 26 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of 86% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2021.
 

For more information, criver.

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