Clinical Pathologist II

At Charles River, we are passionate about improving the quality of people’s lives. When you join our global family, you will help create healthier lives for millions of patients and their families. Charles River employees are innovative thinkers, who are dedicated to continuous learning and improvement. We will empower you with the resources you need to grow and develop in your career. As a Charles River employee, you will be part of an industry-leading, customer-focused company at the forefront of drug development. Your skills will play a key role in bringing life-saving therapies to market faster through simpler, quicker, and more digitalized processes. Whether you are in lab operations, finance, IT, sales, or another area, when you work at Charles River, you will be the difference every day for patients across the globe. Job Overview Responsible for all aspects of clinical pathology conducted on research studies. Partner with Study Directors to provide comprehensive interpretation and preparation of the clinical pathology portions of reports. Participate in protocol development, measurement of hematology, coagulation, clinical chemistry, and urinanalytical parameters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for the interpretation of clinical pathology data and preparation of comprehensive clinical pathology reports. Aid Study Directors in the interpretation of clinical pathology endpoints. Serve as Study Clinical Pathologist or Principal Investigator on studies, as assigned within the Clinical Pathology department, including in situ hybridization and immunohistochemistry. Interact with Anatomic Pathologists to ensure relevant and appropriate correlations for clinical and anatomical pathology endpoints. Evaluate study specimens related to clinical pathology, such as blood smears, bone marrow smears, urinalysis sediment preparations and body fluid preparations. Evaluate other materials as necessary and appropriate. Provide scientific expertise for experimental design and conduct of research studies. Participate in method development, and identification and evaluation of new instrumentation, as required. Assist in expanding the array of clinical pathology assays to meet contemporary needs and expectations. Assist in on-site employee training in clinical pathology or related topics as needed for studies, specialty projects or continuing education. Provide expertise and guidance to Clinical Pathology personnel with technical issues. Review and approve new/revised Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) pertaining to pathology. Confirm department SOPs are developed and maintained according to established guidelines. Interact and communicate with Sponsors as needed to ensure good client relations. Participate on committees and in professional activities as deemed appropriate. Perform all other related duties as assigned. Note: This position is open to a Hybrid or Remote work schedule. This position will require some occasional travel. Job Qualifications Education: DVM/VMD (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) degree or equivalent required. Ph.D. in Clinical Pathology or related discipline preferred. Experience: Minimum 3 years related experience in clinical pathology or experimental pathology with demonstrated research capability as demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals. Experience in the contract research or pharmaceutical industry with Postdoctoral experience or advanced/specialized education preferred. . An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above. Certification/Licensure: Board certification by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (D.A.C.V.P.) Specialty in Clinical Pathology required. Other: Full understanding of regulatory requirements, Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), site SOPs, and of study types assigned. Knowledge of applicable international guidelines for all types of toxicology studies. Demonstrate leadership skills as they pertain to intra- and interdepartmental initiatives, Sponsor interactions, and business development. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize work and meet deadlines. Proficiency in the use of standard software including Microsoft® Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. and with standard laboratory calculations and statistical interpretation. Compensation Data The pay range for this position is $180,000 - $200,000. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location. About Safety Assessment Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market. Each year approximately 120 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities. 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 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 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 worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years. We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility. Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. 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