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Scientific Writer Job at Inotiv in St. Louis

Inotiv, St. Louis, MO, United States, 63146

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Job Summary

The Scientific Writer II partners with study directors, principal investigators, and other scientific staff to generate high-quality figures, tables, protocols, and technical reports from pre-clinical drug discovery, pharmacology, and toxicology study data that help our clients make informed decisions about their drug discovery programs. The individual in this role will work across sites with scientific staff and clients to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and professional appearance of all documents while adhering to templates, standards, and project timelines.

Additional responsibilities may include performing statistical analysis using GraphPad Prism, developing and maintaining templates to improve workflows and increase efficiency, and formatting a variety of papers, data packages, and other deliverables.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Partner with scientific staff to produce accurate and concise protocols, reports, and data
  • Set up spreadsheets or other documentation as directed by scientific staff to allow for accurate and efficient data entry
  • Create, edit, and format tables and figures from applicable software programs
  • Analyze and interpret data across a range of therapeutic areas
  • Review protocols, reports, and other documents for spelling, grammar, clarity, and conformance with templates
  • Collaborate with other departments or teams to create and issue protocols, reports, amendments, and other required deliverables
  • Convert deliverables to PDF and format them in compliance with applicable FDA guidelines and Inotiv style guides and templates
  • Maintain a sense of urgency to meet internal and external deadlines
  • Be detail-oriented and produce consistent, error-free deliverables
  • Maintain knowledge of facility SOPs, policies, study protocols, etc.
  • Demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, time management, and interpersonal skills in a cross-functional team
  • General understanding of relevant regulations (e.g., GLP and GCP)
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

  • Understanding of in vivo models of multi-system rodent physiology, immunology, neuroscience, histopathology, and in vitro analyses of pathobiology and disease biomarkers (molecular pharmacology and toxicology)
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively across different company sites to ensure document accuracy and professional appearance
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and GraphPad Prism
  • Follow all SOPs and other applicable policies and procedures
  • Interact with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders professionally
  • Ability to adhere to all company policies, safety regulations and procedures
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Demonstrate Inotiv core values and adhere to the Code of Conduct

Minimum Education and Experience

  • Master's degree or higher in a related discipline (Physiology, Pharmacology, Immunology, etc.)
  • At least 2 years of experience in pre-clinical in vivo models of disease
  • Any equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Past pre-clinical, scientific, and/or technical writing experience preferred
  • Equivalent combination of related education and required work experience will be considered with management approval

Working Conditions

  • Work is normally performed in a typical interior office
  • Option for a hybrid schedule
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Team-oriented environment
  • Consistent written and verbal communication

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Salary is commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more.

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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