Bench Scientist - III

Title: Bench Scientist III
Location: Groton-CT, 06340
Duration: 9+ months

Pay rate: $54.82/hr on w2

Global Pathology Quality Control Scientist

Position Summary

The Global Pathology Quality Control Scientist independently performs quality control (QC) reviews of anatomic and/or clinical pathology data, specimens, and reports for GLP and non-GLP studies. This role supports candidate selection, first-in-human studies, early research, Client safety, and investigative pathology work through accurate and compliant pathology data review.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform regulatory responsibilities in compliance with:

  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

  • Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

  • Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards

  • Animal welfare regulations

  • Departmental policies and procedures

• Independently conduct QC reviews of:

  • Anatomic pathology data

  • Clinical pathology data

  • Specimens and reports

• Ensure adherence to study reporting timelines

• Support data integrity QC for DSRD publications

• Assist with pathology scheduling activities as needed

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor s degree in Biology or a related scientific field

• 5 7 years of relevant industry experience

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of one or more relevant disciplines:

  • Necropsy

  • Histology

  • Clinical pathology

  • Animal science

• Minimum 5 years of experience working in a GLP-regulated environment

• Minimum 5 years of quality control experience in pathology or related scientific operations

Reporting & Collaboration

• Reports to the DSRD Pathology QC & Strategic Planning Lead

• Collaborates with:

  • Pathologists (anatomic and clinical)

  • Laboratory managers

  • Pathology scientists and technicians

  • Clinical pathology scientists

  • Global pathology slide scanning teams

• Works cross-functionally with DSRD teams and research units based on project needs