Join Charles River Laboratories as a Data Analyst III, Quality Control

For over 75 years, Charles River employees have collaborated to support the discovery, development, and safe manufacture of pioneering drug therapies. Joining our team means having a significant impact on global health and well-being. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales, or another field, your expertise will play a vital role in our mission. In return, we’ll help you build a passionate and rewarding career.

Job Summary

Hourly Rate: $27.50/hr USD. Note that salaries vary within this range based on factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (onsite 5 days a week)

Quality Control supports the analysis review and archival conducted by Laboratory Science disciplines, including dose formulations, large and small molecule analysis, molecular and cell-based assays, biomarkers, and flow cytometry-based lab work. Team members are proficient in GxP applications, relevant SOPs, and regulatory document adherence.

Key Responsibilities

• Efficiently perform and document all procedures, materials, and results in compliance with applicable regulatory standards
• Effectively communicate with peers, supervisors, and the team
• Identify and communicate data issues accurately
• Support administrative tasks, including filing, ordering, and document distribution as needed
• Compile and archive data books and departmental records independently
• Develop critical thinking, troubleshooting, and time management skills aligned with operational needs
• Review and issue data sets within established timelines
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, methods, protocols, industry standards, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain operational responsibility with minimal oversight
• Identify and address data discrepancies independently
• Create and compile report tables independently
• Review methods for accuracy and consistency independently
• Monitor study schedules to meet timelines
• Participate in process improvement initiatives
• Evaluate data and methods accurately, recognizing and communicating data trends
• Respond to Quality Assurance observations as needed
• Support issue mitigation to minimize data impact
• Maintain metrics for deviations, errors, and laboratory trends
• Perform additional related duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience; minimum 1-year technical role experience
• Combination of education and experience may be accepted as a substitute
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills
• Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
• Computer skills aligned with essential functions
• Ability to work extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and extra shifts as needed
• Ability to work under specific time constraints

Competencies

• Care: Respect each other, our animals, and our communities. Create a positive workplace, comply with standards, and do the right thing.
• Collaborate: Partner with team members, communicate effectively, embrace diversity, and promote inclusiveness.
• Lead: Advocate our purpose, model values, deliver innovation, embrace change, and celebrate others' great work.
• Own: Hold ourselves accountable, respond to client needs promptly, set meaningful goals, and strive for continuous improvement.

About Safety Assessment

Charles River is dedicated to expediting preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities, and expert regulatory guidance. Our experienced team designs and executes programs to anticipate challenges and ensure a smooth journey to market. Each year, approximately 300 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) with a comprehensive portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. We also offer a suite of clinical laboratory testing and manufacturing support services. With over