What are the responsibilities and job description for the Study Director Business Consultant - Part Time/Temp Position position at The Jackson Laboratory?
This part time position a pivotal role in the planning, execution, and oversight of scientific studies within a research or laboratory setting. Responsible for leading multidisciplinary teams, this position ensures the successful completion of research projects in compliance with regulatory standards and client requirements. This position demands strong leadership, project management, and scientific expertise to drive the delivery of high-quality data and achieve project objectives.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master's Degree required, PhD Preferred.
- Extensive experience in scientific research, preferably in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or contract research organization (CRO) environment, with a track record of successful study management.
- Proven leadership and project management skills, with the ability to effectively plan, organize, and coordinate complex research projects from initiation to completion.
- Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation, including statistical analysis methodologies and software tools (e.g., SAS, R, SPSS).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex scientific concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate multidisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives and deliver high-quality results.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving challenges that may arise during study execution.
- Thorough understanding of regulatory requirements governing preclinical and clinical research studies, including GLP, ICH guidelines, and other relevant regulations.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in a timely manner.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
- Proficiency in handling and caring for laboratory animals, including proper restraint techniques, injection methods, and surgical procedures.
- Knowledge of animal welfare principles and regulatory requirements governing the ethical use of animals in research.
- Precision and thoroughness in executing experimental procedures, recording data accurately, and maintaining documentation to ensure data integrity and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Commitment to quality assurance principles and continuous improvement efforts to enhance study processes and outcomes.
About JAX:
The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.
Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org.
EEO Statement:
The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
