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Comparative Medicine Training Senior Specialist

Comparative Medicine Training Senior Specialist

CompanyVertex Pharmaceuticals
LocationBoston, MA, USA
Salary$92800 – $139200
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field
  • Three years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATg) certification
  • Pharmaceutical or other related industry experience
  • Travel up to 40%

Responsibilities

  • Partners with veterinarians, IACUC Manager, IACUC and principal investigators in all training-related matters
  • Understand & identify training needs and partners with key stakeholders to address needs
  • Execute the development, implementation and facilitation of training programs and workshops as required
  • Design, create and facilitate effective content that address the needs of the skills desired
  • Coordinate training sessions, assess trainees, monitor, document and validate training
  • Coordinate development of training through a global network of colleagues
  • Provide support and assists in internal/external audits and inspections, as needed
  • Supports new approaches, practices and processes to improve the efficiency of training modules
  • Follow all local, state and federal regulations as well as company policies and procedures as it relates to the use of animals in research

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proven track record of collaborative work practices
  • Strong oral and written communication as well as interpersonal skills
  • Familiarity with various types of data acquisition and Microsoft Office applications
  • Experience facilitating training workshops to small and large groups
  • Ability to work on multiple projects that require collaboration across functional areas/sites
  • Ability to work and coordinate globally (Project management)
  • Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods (e.g., on-the-job or e-learning, workshops, simulations, mentoring, etc.)