Associate Data Scientist

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

Job Summary

Do you have expertise in, and a passion for data analysis?

Have you got the desire to improve health and lives?

Charles River Discovery are recruiting for an Associate Data Scientist to join our High Peak, UK site on an initial 12-month Fixed Term Contract. Regular travel to the High Peak site is required for the role. 

The Associate Data Scientist will expertly analyse data generated by a bespoke microarray platform to generate high quality reports for our clients in adherence to set service level agreements and deadlines. 

This would be a fantastic role for someone with a scientific background looking to utilise their skills in a data driven role with the opportunity to work closely with clients and Project Leaders 

What you’ll be doing:

• Analyse data generated by the scientific team using the Retrogenix cell microarray platform. This is to include data interrogation, QC, problem solving and interpretation.

• Assist with compilation of high-quality images and summary reports for clients, based upon appropriate reporting templates and client-specific requirements. This needs to be a clear and accurate record of the study and results.

• Develop an understanding of the Retrogenix Cell Microarray technology platform.

• Opportunities will be available to present work internally and to contribute to improving efficiency, assisting in continuous improvement initiatives as required.

• Given the large and growing number of projects that are undertaken (>50 simultaneously) and varied client deadlines, this is a fast-moving field and requires an individual who can work flexibly and respond to tight deadlines contributing towards the business needs.

• The role requires effective and professional communication and gives the opportunity to liaise with Project Managers, Project Leaders, scientific teams and to experience data quality management and reporting firsthand.

Job Qualifications

• Degree within a Biological Sciences/Bioinformatics/similar, MSc preferred is essential 

• Strong understanding of the Retrogenix Cell Microarray Technology 

• Some hands-on experience of working with scientific data would be preferred

• Any additional experience of working in a data focused role in a CRO/Biotech environment is highly desirable 

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with internal/external stakeholders 

• Strong track record of scientific/statistical problem solving is essential 

Candidates must have full and permanent Right to Work in the UK before applying, as we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role. 

What We Offer You:

• A very comprehensive benefits package from day one, including a large pension contribution, private medical for you (and can add family members), private dental care, critical illness cover, bonus and more!

• Global opportunities and strong career progression.

• The chance to work on several varied projects and liaise globally and nationally with other business areas.

• To be able make a difference to health and wellbeing of people.

• To continue your own career growth.

• Flexible and hybrid working.

• Parental leave.

• Group Life Assurance and Group Income Protection.

• Remote GP access 24/7.

• Well-being support and initiatives.

• Cycle to work scheme.

About Discovery

Discovery from Charles River is industry-proven in the successful development of novel therapies, with over 350 patents and 80 preclinical drug candidates delivered to our sponsors in the past 17 years. Backed by more than 650 scientists, our comprehensive, integrated portfolio employs the latest technology and platforms to provide chemistry, biology, and pharmacology services that support clients from the earliest stages of hit identification all the way through to IND. Our client-focused, collaborative approach creates true partnerships that anticipate challenges, overcome obstacles, and move us forward together on the journey of getting new drugs to market.

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 supported the development of 86% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2021.

At Charles River Laboratories, we recognize and recruit all talent. We are a company committed to the principle of diversity and inclusion and work daily in this direction.