Regulatory Manager, CA
About The Position
At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life-changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big, and working together to make the impossible a reality. We’re passionate about the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we believe we can really change the course of medicine and bring big new ideas to life. Role Overview: Manage multiple animal research and regulatory activities, direct and oversee the quality of work, and ensure the effective operation of the technical team and associated resources. Serve as a recognized specialist in caring for and managing research animals. Have strong knowledge of the disease area strategy and related research. Advise on guidelines and developments. Direct and supervise technical support and regulatory coordination activities. Note: This position is located in our Hamilton facility with the requirement of being on-site 5 days per week. This position also requires rotational weekend and holiday work.
Requirements
- University degree in a scientific field or significant relevant experience
- Membership in a relevant professional body
- Comprehensive understanding of principles and concepts within the subject or specialist area, including an appreciation of relevant science and literature, and applicable regulatory requirements
- Proven ability to independently perform laboratory experiments to the required standard on a consistent basis
- Demonstrated capability to plan and organize team workloads effectively
- Ability to coordinate ACC
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience of people management
- Experience maintaining regulatory and compliance documentation and records
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership to a team of animal technicians, ensuring the effective completion of animal welfare tasks, including feeding, cleaning animal housing, changing bedding, and caring for sick animals and provide regulatory compliance support.
- Act as a supervisor r to junior animal technicians by coordinating and planning their workload efficiently.
- Coordinate Animal Husbandry projects while demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of Animal Science concepts and processes.
- Work independently on routine tasks including Animal Care Committee tasks (e.g., organizing and documenting meetings, reviews, and site visits) and coordination of third-party assessments, seeking assistance only for complex or unusual challenges.
- Ensure regulatory compliance for individual and team activities by maintaining accurate and appropriate documentation, including SOPs, policies, training, and animal use records.
- Stay updated on advancements in laboratory animal science and regulatory standards by participating in continuing professional development opportunities and monitoring CCAC and AAALACi communications.
- Perform all tasks in adherence to local Safety, Health, and Environment requirements to maintain a safe working environment.
Benefits
- Annual Variable Pay Bonus/Short Term Incentive opportunity
- Eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (if applicable to role)
- Competitive Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program
- 4 weeks’ paid vacation
- annual Personal Days
- Contract Benefits Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
