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Training Lead – In Vivo Operations

We are hiring a Training Lead to join the In Vivo Operations team at a leading preclinical research organization. This individual will take ownership of GLP-compliant training programs and play a critical role in onboarding and developing technical staff across Research Associate roles. This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in in vivo procedures who enjoys teaching, coaching, and process improvement.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and implement training procedures and qualification standards aligned with GLP and regulatory guidelines
• Deliver classroom and hands-on training to new hires every three weeks across technical procedures and study protocols
• Identify and support qualified training staff, ensuring consistent and effective training delivery
• Collaborate with management to schedule and manage department-wide training and cross-training efforts
• Maintain accurate documentation of all training activities and ensure training records are compliant and audit-ready
• Monitor training progress, track milestones, and communicate schedules with department stakeholders
• Support training-related quality control and respond to QA audits with corrective action implementation
• Provide technical mentorship in IV administration, injections, euthanasia, and other regulated in vivo procedures
• Contribute to process standardization and cross-functional improvement initiatives

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in a life science field or equivalent experience in a lab setting
• At least 3 years of hands-on in vivo research experience in a regulated (GLP) environment
• At least 1 year of experience leading or delivering training in a research setting
• Experience working with large animals required; NHP experience is a plus but not required
• Strong technical skills including IV administration, injections, and euthanasia
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new systems quickly
• Patience, adaptability, and a genuine passion for training and mentoring others
• Professional certifications (e.g., AALAS, ASCP) are preferred

Compensation:

• Training Specialist (RA III equivalent): $21.73 – $27.00/hr
• Training Lead (above RA III): $26.25 – $32.00/hr

Local candidates preferred, but relocation support is available for the right person. This is a full-time opportunity with options for contract-to-hire (local candidates) or direct hire (relocation support available).

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