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Research Analyst I - Formulations

Charles River Laboratories
Reno, NV Full Time
POSTED ON 6/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/12/2026
For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Research Analyst I for our Safety Assessment site located in Reno, NV.

This position will be responsible for handling and processing samples and performing accurate data collection and reporting. Basic methods will be used to perform laboratory tasks with minimal supervision in the performance of studies.

Job Description

  • Performs technical laboratory activities in support of client studies or procedures.
  • Performs analysis of data for quality and completeness and determines if results are as expected.
  • Records data in compliance with company and regulatory policies and standards to meet quality and accuracy requirements.
  • Executes scientific testing strategies and studies.
  • May participate in development as part of team.
  • May lead assay research, assay validation or study conduct, or is involved in preparation of material (e.g. protein, nucleic acid, cells, etc.).
  • Reviews and interprets study data, communicates results to clients and writes final reports.
  • Ensures compliance with protocols and all applicable SOPs.
  • Troubleshoots and resolves assay or technical issues in the laboratory when scientific expertise is needed.
  • Contributes to specific dataset interpretation, or when appropriate answering questions from regulatory authorities.

The following are Minimum Requirements related to the Research Analyst I position.

  • Associate's degree (A.A. / A.S) or equivalent in biological science or related discipline required. Bachelor’s degree (B.A. / B.S.) preferred.
  • 6 Months minimum related experience in biology, chemistry/pharmacy, or similar lab environment GLP experience preferred.
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
  • Proficient in basic technical skills and the operation of data collection equipment.
  • Knowledge of GLPs and other federal regulations and guidelines.
  • Basic understanding of study design and protocols; able to read basic study protocols and extract pertinent information.
  • Must be able to perform effectively as a team member, accurately record data, follow verbal and written instructions, communicate effectively, and interact in a professional manner with management, coworkers, and sponsors.

The pay for this position starts at $24/hr. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

The schedule is Sunday-Thursday, 7:30 am-4:30 pm.

Education

Four-year degree required

Physical Requirements

About Safety Assessment

Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market. Each year approximately 300 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities.

About Charles River

Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.

With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years.

We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to crrecruitment_US@crl.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

For more information, please visit www.criver.com.

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