Job Description
Virscio is seeking a Ph.D. and/or M.D. or D.V.M. trained Study Director to support our in vivo preclinical services. The position requires familiarity and fluency with the objectives and methodologies of preclinical animal research related to evaluating the efficacy, pharmacology and safety of new therapeutics, medical devices, and drug delivery technologies, ideally including experience with nonhuman primate research. Additionally, the position requires application of knowledge and expertise in identifying and proposing new model development opportunities or improvements to existing models and for managing their characterization and validation across one or more disease areas. An important component of scientific and commercialization responsibilities will include outreach and engagement with commercial and academic research sponsors to define translational needs and applicable models and development paths and study designs that meet those needs. Proficiency with translational research methods and familiarity with related scientific fields is critical for both effective communication of company capabilities and coordination of data collection and interpretation, as well as management and oversight of project team members delegated specific technical responsibilities.

Responsibilities

·       Provide expertise in design, implementation and analysis of in vivo efficacy, PK/PD and toxicology studies

·       Review preclinical data from other test systems to inform nonhuman primate study design

·       Contribute to study design and effective protocol development

·       Oversee study planning, initiation, and study completion activities

·       Provide hands-on technical execution of studies as required

·       Oversee data analysis, study report generation and distribution to Virscio’s clients

·       Develop, approve, and distribute study-related documents and other study tools

·       Serve as point of contact for internal communication regarding all aspects of study execution

·       Act as primary point of contact for sponsor study monitors, providing regular updates

·       Contribute to junior scientific staff development through scientific support and oversight

·       Advance scientific and commercial interactions with existing and new sponsoring organizations

·       Support development of new scientific methodologies and optimization of existing test systems

·       Establish an in-depth knowledge of facility SOPs and contribute to their maintenance

·       Contribution to maintenance of good laboratory practices (GLPs) and AAALAC credentials

·       Present company research capabilities and study outcomes at relevant scientific meetings
On-site and off-site client, inspector and vendor interactions

Education/Experience Requirements

·       Requires Ph.D. and/or M.D. or D.V.M. degree, with 2 or more years of Study Director experience

·       Minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience working with in vivo models, preferably
including nonhuman primate translational models

Additional Requirements

·       Responsive, proactive mentality

·       Demonstrated ability to adapt to the necessities of fast-paced multi-site research environments

·       Exceptional attention to detail and focus on quality of service and client communication

·       Experience working in a protocol driven environment on in vivo and/or molecular models

·       Experience working with and under IACUC oversight in AAALAC-accredited facilities preferred

·       Must have exceptional interpersonal, communication and presentation skills and comfort interacting with sponsors and leading members of the scientific community

·       Candidates with Study Director experience in two or more of the following areas preferred: ophthalmology, immunology, CNS disease, metabolic disease, cardiovascular disease, surgery, molecular biology, cell culture, formulation

·       Experience supervising junior scientists also favored

·       Publication record and demonstrated experience establishing new scientific methodologies

·       Track record of scientific achievement and presentation of findings at scientific meetings

·       Ability to work at our international site in St. Kitts, either basing in St. Kitts or able to travel regularly internationally from the U.S. to support project execution.

Virscio offers a competitive, flexible, and comprehensive benefits package that can be customized to fit your personal needs. Virscio’s benefits offering is designed to support the holistic wellbeing of our employee community and their families by providing affordable healthcare related coverages, retirement savings plan with immediate vesting, and a wide range of voluntary benefits for financial protection and peace of mind. Additionally, we offera  Culture of CARE where your health, well - being and gratification in career pursuits is our top priority.

Our commitment to you is a culture of care and support in which you feel engaged, empowered, and passionate about the work that you perform while working collaboratively and with empathy towards others. 

Virscio is bridging the translational gap with critical research on solutions to significant unmet health challenges. Every day, our community brings their best selves to their work to advance this initiative. Join us on our journey and become part of our caring community.