Sr. Scientist/Veterinary Scientist

GSK•Upper Providence, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. Our R&D focuses on discovering and delivering vaccines and medicines, combining our understanding of the immune system with cutting-edge technology to transform people’s lives. GSK fosters a culture ambitious for patients, accountable for impact, and committed to doing the right thing, making sure that we focus our efforts on accelerating significant assets that meet patients’ needs and have the highest probability of success. We’re uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together. Find out more: Our approach to R&D Position Summary You will have responsibility for ensuring appropriate and high standards of laboratory animal care and medicine for the animal colonies at the Upper Providence site. Primary responsibility for observations, diagnostics and treatments to animal colonies housed at UP site through directives of the LASG veterinarians. Provides study support for development of animal models and investigator research (e.g. anesthetic monitoring, surgical preparation, dosing, sampling). Responsible for documentation of animal histories and regulatory compliance of animal-related studies for various agencies (e.g. USDA, FDA). Primary responsibility for on-site veterinary care during weekends and holidays. Provides training and consultation to LASG staff, investigators and others in areas of expertise. Assists in management and behavioral assessment of the animal colonies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in field related to animal science or veterinary medicine, or experience working in the field of veterinary medicine OR an Associate's degree with a Veterinary Technician Certification.

Nice To Haves

Good clinical veterinary skills
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Good organizational and teamwork skills
Experience in a research setting or a pharmaceutical company
Knowledge of regulations relevant to laboratory animals
Proficient at basic computer skills relevant to the job (e.g. computer record entries, Excel, Word).
Proficient at performing basic clinical pathology and microbiology procedures, as needed.

Responsibilities

Work well independently and with others to efficiently handle multiple priorities in a variety of areas.
Plan the orderly direction of work, effectively establishes priorities, efficiently implements and performs procedures in support of colony health programs and investigator research.
Conduct animal health procedures (e.g. injections, IV catheterization, bandaging) with skill and proficiency in variety of laboratory animal species to ensure the health of the research animal colony.
Assist in assessment of critical cases and pain management of the animal colonies.
Assist in making recommendations on more complicated health issues (e.g. post-operative care of newer animal models, critical care patients).
Perform routine and more complicated procedures (e.g. anesthesia, radiology, dosing, sampling) with proficiency in a variety of laboratory animal species to provide quality animal care and in support of research.
Coordinate and perform quarantine and preventative programs (e.g. vaccinations, tuberculosis testing, blood collection, rodent health surveillance) in laboratory animals with proficiency.
Responsible for accurate and timely documentation of clinical cases, anesthetic procedures and other animal-related information that meets requirements for quality veterinary care and regulatory agencies (e.g. USDA, FDA).
Serve as a liaison between the veterinarians and scientists, notify each of animal health concerns in a timely manner, coordinate preventative program schedules for research animals with scientists and veterinary staff.
Stock and maintain areas of responsibility in an organized and "hospital clean" state that meets regulatory requirements.
Comply with applicable written documents, such as SOPs, LAS policies and R&D safety policies (complies with appropriate use of all personal protective equipment).
Attend all mandated training on time.
Assist with preparation of governing documents.
Provide training and consultation to LAS employees, investigators and others in areas of expertise.
Coordinate hands-on and one-on-one training in common laboratory animal procedures (e.g. handling, dosing, injections, euthanasia, blood collection, anesthesia) for investigators and LASG staff.
Assist in coordination and development of environmental enrichment, socialization programs and behavioral assessments in a variety of laboratory animal species, as needed.