Research Associate0 - Toxicology & Safety Studies

Why This Role Matters

Preclinical safety studies are essential before any drug progresses to human trials. These studies generate critical data required for regulatory submissions and ensure that pharmaceutical products meet safety standards.
This role supports both in-life and terminal phases of safety studies conducted under GLP principles. Accurate documentation, scientific discipline, and regulatory awareness are crucial to maintaining data integrity and compliance. It offers strong foundational exposure for candidates aiming to build careers in toxicology, regulatory affairs, or preclinical research.

Job Description

The Research Associate – Toxicology & Safety Studies will assist in regulatory literature searches and support ongoing safety studies in laboratory settings.
The position involves maintaining laboratory documentation, assisting in animal handling and dosing procedures, collecting biological samples, and ensuring adherence to SOPs and GLP standards.

Key Features of the Role

• Support regulatory documentation through literature search
• Participation in in-life and terminal study phases
• Exposure to GLP-compliant laboratory operations
• Hands-on animal handling and dosing experience
• Biological sample collection (blood, urine, feces)
• Laboratory documentation and quality compliance

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature searches for regulatory write-ups
• Support in-life phase activities of safety studies
• Assist in terminal procedures and sample collection
• Handle animals as per protocol and GLP standards
• Perform dosing procedures under supervision
• Collect biological samples accurately
• Maintain laboratory worksheets, notebooks, and records
• Ensure compliance with written SOPs and GLP principles
• Follow quality procedures and documentation practices
• Work in coordination with study directors and research teams

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following criteria.

Educational Requirements

• Graduation in Life Sciences or Pharmacy
• Post-Graduation in Life Sciences or Pharmacology preferred

Experience and Skills

• Understanding of GLP principles
• Knowledge of regulatory guidelines (added advantage)
• Exposure to laboratory documentation practices
• Familiarity with animal handling and dosing techniques
• Strong analytical and observational skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Result-oriented mindset
• Ability to work in structured research environments

Salary Insights

Compensation will be aligned with industry standards for preclinical research roles and may vary based on qualification and experience.

Company Overview

The organization operates within regulated preclinical research and safety evaluation frameworks, supporting pharmaceutical development through GLP-compliant studies. It maintains high standards of scientific accuracy, documentation integrity, and regulatory compliance.

FAQs

1. Is animal handling mandatory?
   Exposure is preferred, but training may be provided depending on experience.

2. Is GLP knowledge required?
   Yes, understanding of GLP principles is important.

3. What study phases are involved?
   Both in-life and terminal phases of safety studies.

4. Is regulatory documentation part of the role?
   Yes, literature search and regulatory support are included.

5. Are pharmacy graduates eligible?
   Yes, Life Science and Pharmacy graduates are eligible.

Application Tips

• Highlight academic projects related to toxicology or pharmacology
• Mention GLP training or laboratory certifications
• Include any animal handling or dosing experience
• Emphasize documentation accuracy and regulatory knowledge
• Demonstrate result orientation and teamwork abilities