Healthy Ageing Research Scientist
Mars
Gastrointestinal Research Scientist
Mars
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Aimargues • 🇫🇷 France
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JuniorMid-Level
About the role
- To screen potential solutions, build and manage approved research projects within the research program.
- Being responsible for the full execution of research projects including idea generation, protocol set up, external research contracting, ethical review, regulatory checks, budget and protocol follow up using processes in place within the Research team.
- Engage with the Core Health Research team to generate and demonstrate new research hypothesis.
- Engage with the Predictive Research Team for the use of tools that can optimize the design and outcomes of clinical studies.
- Engage with the Pet Professionals and PSR Demand teams to align ideas and projects with the support of the Research Senior Scientist.
- Support the Design team regarding the scientific evaluation of new diagnostic tools, devices, and other service solutions for the wellbeing of cats and dogs in the field of research.
- At the same time, engage potential collaborations between Waltham, and different Mars Petcare Units as appropriate (e.g. Mars Veterinary Health group, Science & Diagnostics division) relevant to the Core Health Research team.
- To communicate relevant scientific/technological findings to key business and external audiences through written works and oral presentation.
- Being responsible for final internal reporting, external scientific communication, peer-reviewed publication, and support for patent filing as needed.
- To Deliver Innovative solutions implementable in Royal Canin product & service portfolio.
- Being responsible for the transfer of the solution to the Develop team and propose best route of implementation into the product.
Requirements
- Doctor of veterinary medicine (DVM or equivalent) preferred.
- MSc or PhD (preferred) where the person has developed an area of expertise in line with gastroenterology, nutrition, veterinary science, animal science and/or animal physiology.
- Post Doc or initial experience of 2 years of Research & Development in a corporate environment is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Fluency in English both verbal & written.
Benefits
- Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
- An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
research project managementprotocol setupethical reviewregulatory checksbudget managementscientific evaluationdiagnostic toolsclinical study designdata analysispatent filing
Soft skills
communication skillscollaborationidea generationpresentation skillsproblem-solvingorganizational skillsinterpersonal skillsleadershipadaptabilitycritical thinking
Certifications
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)MScPhD