Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Services Supervisor to join our team at Alturas Analytics, Inc. As the Data Services Supervisor, you will lead our talented team of technical writers and data specialist while collaborating closely with our lab staff to ensure that our clients receive requested reports and data in an efficient manner.

To excel in this role, you should possess a strong background in science and prior experience in a supervisory capacity. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are ready to make an impact, join us and be a part of our continued growth.

Relocation assistance may be available. Located in a vibrant college town, Moscow, Idaho is a friendly community with beautiful natural surroundings and a lively cultural scene. You'll enjoy walkable streets, live music, and access to some of the best outdoor recreation opportunities in the country.

Benefits

We have a relaxed yet professional environment. We strive to be a part of our community as well as a part of each other's lives through volunteering at local schools and community events as well as parties and monthly catered lunches. We’re growing and doubling our lab capacity this year, so promoting from within and offering professional development opportunities are top priorities. We pay 100% of your premiums for health insurance, dental, vision, life and short- and long-term disability. We also have paid vacation and holidays, a Safe Harbor 401K with an automatic 3% employer contribution, and a bonus program based on company-wide goals.

About the Role

The Data Services Supervisor is responsible for the oversight of outgoing bioanalytical sample analysis data and reports and the management of data transfer documentation in compliance with applicable procedures and regulations. The Data Services Supervisor will collaborate with bioanalytical principal investigators, sample management, and project coordinators to ensure all data deliverables are managed appropriately.

Essential Duties and Tasks:

• Leads the data transfer and technical writing staff by managing staff; planning and evaluating department activities, establishing strategic goals and defining objectives.

Data Transfer Management:

• Prepare bioanalytical data transfers as specified in protocol or data transfer agreement
• Coordinate the data cleaning process, working directly with sample management and bioanalytical PI to ensure process is completed per Sponsor timelines.
• Works closely with bioanalytical PI and Project Coordinator to ensure data deliverables meet project timelines
• Review data transfer agreements and communicate with IT when custom data templates are required
• Ensure quality, integrity, validity, and traceability of data

Technical Writing:

• Prepares and provides oversight of final reports per Alturas Analytics, Inc. and client guidelines including spelling, grammar, punctuation, formatting, etc.
• Verifies that the raw data used in the final report was captured correctly for the final report preparation
• Works closely with the project lead and/or personnel responsible for the generation of a specific report to ensure time lines and quality issues are addressed
• Distributes reports to clients
• Works closely with the Archivist to ensure study database lock requests are completed

Additional Duties:

• Prepare and/or review correspondence, notifications, procedures, and other documents as needed
• May perform QC review of data if needed
• May travel occasionally for professional development or to represent the company at client sites, professional organization and trade show venues
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned

Requirements

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a physical, biological or chemistry science, or related field
• 1-2 years of supervisory or managerial experience
• Working knowledge of complete MS Office suite and database software
• Experience with customer service and direct professional communication with clients
• Work experience in a bioanalytical and/or chemistry laboratory preferred
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may qualify the appropriate personnel for this position

Skills and Abilities Requirements:

• Skills in verbal and written communication
• Skills in problem solving, managing deadlines, improving efficiencies
• Skills in supervising personnel, to include delegating responsibility, training and evaluating performance
• Ability to function effectively in stressful situations
• Ability to interpret and apply agency regulations and guidelines
• Proficiency with CDISC data standards preferred
• Strong data reconciliation principles preferred
• Understanding of GDPR data protection, privacy regulations and human subject protections preferred
• Ability to travel occasionally for professional development

About Us

Alturas Analytics, Inc. is a bioanalytical laboratory dedicated to supporting pharmaceutical drug candidates from discovery through late phase clinical trials. Our vision: supporting transformative medicines for a healthier future. More specifically, we provide expert GLP and Non-GLP LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS quantitation and PK/TK analytical services in both small and large molecules. We are a growing, privately-owned CRO specializing in method development, validation, and sample analysis in all biological matrices in support of therapeutic development programs. 

Community Involvement

Our goal is to build an enduring company of integrity in an environment that provides rewarding career paths and empowers individuals to engage in the well-being of the communities in which they reside.

We seek to inspire the next generation of scientists through involvement of educational programs at every level. From making science fun for elementary-aged students, active participation in science fairs and guest lecturing at the undergraduate university level, we are stepping towards fostering a generation where science is exciting and an integral component of everyday life.

In addition to company support for community programs, Alturas offers employees paid time-off for individual volunteer activities and matching monetary donations to numerous 501(c)(3) organizations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.