Location: Sydney Parramatta & Western Suburbs

Work Type: Full Time

THE COMPANY YOU WOULD BE JOINING

• This organisation aims to make life sciences work better for people by transforming animal protein production and companion animal care.
• It uses sound science and quality systems to develop products and services that enhance animal health, wellness and performance.
• Established in the 1950’s, this organisation employs more than 2500 people across 40 countries.

THE BENEFITS

• Very family friendly culture, humans before profits!
• Very caring organisation, they look after their people!
• Innovation abounds! Flexible work environment!
• Work close to home in Western Sydney, drive to work! Parking provided!

WHAT YOU WILL LEAD AND MANAGE

• This 12-month contract position, (with the potential to become permanent), will support the operational direction and manage the development of studies, ensuring optimal output from the site on all experimental studies for the development of new animal health products and label extensions for existing products for the global and regional (ANZ) markets.
• This role will ensure all GxP requirements are met and all SOPs are observed and will implement and participate in the pre-clinical and clinical development of new animal health products and label extensions for existing animal health products for the global and regional (ANZ) markets, in line with the R&D and business strategies.
• You will plan, perform, interpret and report results of scientific experiments and design, review and make recommended changes to scientific protocols and reports and act as an Investigator and/or Study Director in GxP studies by developing protocols and reports in collaboration with Sponsor’s Representatives and Global Species Development teams.
• You will be responsible for the conduct of complex studies and the evaluation of efficacy and safety of compounds and assisting in the interpretation of these studies through planning, performing, interpreting and reporting results of field and laboratory efficacy and safety studies in both livestock and companion animals according to agreed team metrics.
• You will ensure timely availability of study protocols and study plans for the AEC (Animal Ethics Committee) and co-operate with the Animal Welfare Officer, to ensure the highest standards of animal welfare are maintained and conduct and report studies according to agreed team metrics.
• Ensuring compliance with all GxP guidelines for conduct and monitoring of GxP studies to meet regulatory requirements and enable use of data globally is also key to this role.

WHAT EXPERIENCE WILL YOU NEED TO GET THE JOB?

• Bachelor degree or equivalent in related discipline, preferably science or veterinary degree.
• Science based background essential (minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role).
• Adequate understanding of research and/or development processes and adequate knowledge of products, parasites (including diagnosis) and disease and advanced knowledge of laboratory and/or technical tools
• Knowledge of GCP, GLP and GxP with strong presentation skills and scientific/technical writing skills.
• Physically capable and skilled in handling animals and experienced in handling chemicals, ideally holding Agsafe accreditation.

Interested? Please 'apply now' quoting reference number 2842 or call Scott Della-Pietra on 02.9817.0599. Please note, your details/resume will not be sent anywhere without a formal interview and, if successful, your subsequent prior permission. Personal information provided will be used for recruitment purposes only and be treated in the strictest confidence. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Reference Number: 2842

Contact Details: Scott Della-Pietra 9817.0599

Profession: Farming, Animals & Conservation > Veterinary Services & Animal Welfare

Date Posted: 30/08/2019

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