Zoetis Zaventem is currently looking for a Veterinary Clinical Research Associate (VCRA).

The VCRA assists with coordinating, monitoring and tracking studies to support research, development and marketing projects in compliance with appropriate regulatory requirements. They support the clinical team to ensure quality data and timely completion of studies to meet project goals.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist/Coordinate all study activities, including start up, protocol training, conduct, site monitoring and close out.

These may include, but are not limited to

• Assist in the preparation/prepare study protocols, data capture forms, test article documentation and study reports;


• Maintaining study files in accordance with SOPs and regulatory requirements;


• Assist in coordinating/coordinate data management processes including data entry, review, tracking, verification, validation, and EDC activities;


• Coordinating animal related study activities (i.e. clinical sampling, test article administration, and clinical observations);


• Monitoring all studies appropriately (may include studies conducted to GCP or GLP) including training of investigators and other study personnel.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education

• Science degree (Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or equivalent);


• Basic understanding of scientific research principles.

Experience (Essential)

• General understanding of biological sciences.

Experience (Desirable)

• Training or work in a veterinary or science related area;


• Experience in or exposure to animal husbandry (large and/or companion);


• Active participation in scientific (preferably veterinary) research projects;


• Familiar with Good Clinical Practice for Veterinary Trials (GCPv) and/or Good Laboratory Practice (GLP);


• Experience of working to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs);


• An understanding of veterinary drug development.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

Technical abilities (Essential)

• Good written and verbal communicator (English);


• Good interpersonal skills;


• Good numeracy skills;


• Competent with Microsoft Office Packages including Powerpoint, Word, Excel and Outlook;


• Strong attention to detail;


• Ability to multi-task, organize, plan and prioritise effectively.

Technical abilities (Desirable)

• Advanced computer skills (e.g. work with databases);


• A second European language would be advantageous;


• Experience of training others to run studies;


• Able to give day-to-day directions to study participants;


• Able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of settings and styles.

PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Fully qualified driver and ability to drive;


• Ability to travel regularly and independently nationally and internationally;


• Willingness to work flexible hours.