R&D Scientist

Axelon Services Corporation

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Job Title: R & D Technician
Location: Valhalla, NY
Pay: $53 per hour
Shift: Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM

Job Description:

Founded in 1985, the Client Sports Science Institute (GSSI) is committed to helping athletes optimize their health and performance through research and education in hydration and nutrition science.
The GSSI Valhalla facility is responsible for conducting clinical research on hydration and fluid balance in athletes and active adults.
As a part of GSSI, the incumbent of this Scientist role will be responsible for representing GSSI and the R&D teams with high standards and in accordance with ethical guidelines for human research and conduct.

job responsibilities:

Report to the Director and working with the research team to execute the laboratory-based clinical trials at GSSI’s research hub in Valhalla, NY.
Assist with participant recruitment for hydration research in active females.
Conduct medical screenings (e.g., body composition, body weight, height, blood pressure) to determine participant eligibility for entry into GSSI clinical research trials.
Assist with laboratory operations, including preventative maintenance/calibration of laboratory equipment
Assist with the day-to-day execution of research projects including data collection, data entry, and writing of internal reports.

Qualifications/Requirements:

M.S. required in Nutrition, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology or related discipline.
Demonstrable knowledge and following of good clinical practice (GCP) guidelines.
Two or more years of hands-on experience in clinical research (can include experience gained during M.S. thesis work), including participant recruitment and data collection.
Must have a proactive work style, able to multitask, and be flexible to work in a high-performance and ever-changing environment.
Self-starter with good interpersonal communication skills and ability to work with various personalities and work styles.
Flexibility and willingness to work during non-traditional hours (e.g., start time before 8:00am) and weekends as needed, depending upon the research schedule.

R&D Scientist · Axelon Services Corporation