Research Jobs at Charles River | BS Life Science Graduates Apply Now for the Scientific Associate Role
Charles River Laboratories is seeking a dedicated Scientific Associate 1 to join its In Vitro Dermal Services team in East Lothian, near Edinburgh. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking drug discovery and safety assessment projects, with full training provided and a competitive salary.
About Charles River
For 70 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. Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO) committed to providing exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities, and expert regulatory guidance to expedite preclinical drug development.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Scientific Associate to join the Department of In Vitro Dermal Services located at Elvingston Science Centre, Gladsmuir, East Lothian (close to Edinburgh).
Key Responsibilities:
Your primary responsibility will be to perform in vitro dermal studies, where you will be involved in the setting up, conducting, data generation, and reporting of studies. Full training will be given in all tasks and duties.
Minimum Requirements:
- Graduated with a degree (or equivalent) in a Life Sciences subject or Chemistry.
- Effective communication skills with internal clients and colleagues.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and record data accurately.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Salary: £27,951.22 per annum.
Closing date: 26 August 2025.
About Safety Assessment
Charles River is committed to helping partners expedite preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities, and expert regulatory guidance.
About Charles River
Charles River, an early-stage CRO, offers a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services to support clients through preclinical development. Our global presence with over 17,000 employees across 90 facilities enables us to provide a flexible drug development model to our clients.
