Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Build, manage and train a team of necropsy prosectors for execution of non-clinical necropsies to support the Gene Therapy, Gene Editing, and RNA programs.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on tissue collection practices and participate in internal research team discussions regarding study design and implementation.
• Develop, design and implement new procedures within the necropsy team.
• Assist in the development of study-specific forms and necropsy schematics.
• Performs protocol specific necropsy evaluations of laboratory animals, including but not limited to sample container preparation, harvesting, and weighing of tissues and accurate and timely record keeping.
• Performs a variety of tissue preservation techniques including liquid nitrogen immersion, fixation, and perfusion procedures.
• Performs tissue trimming according to study protocols.
• Coordinates with and manage necropsies with cross-functional department leads including but not limited to vivarium staff, vivarium operations, study directors and pathologists as needed. Assists in ordering supplies related to necropsy and histology activities.
• Lead optimization or validation efforts for necropsy equipment as needed.
• Manage communications and build relationships CROs and external collaborators with large animal models.
• Train and mentor research staff on necropsy procedures.
• A strong record of demonstrating critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to additional projects and responsibilities as assigned to support the overall goals of the department.

Desired Education and Skills:

• BS degree in scientific discipline with 5+ years of experience, or MS degree in scientific discipline with 3-5 years of laboratory experience in the healthcare, biotech/pharmaceutical industry or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience managing implementation of research studies under GCP/GLP compliance.
• Comfortability with electronic and paper databases, including but not limited to ELN, LIMS, animal tracking and necropsy software.
• Previous leadership experience.
• Ability of execute sample handling and analysis with strict adherence to laboratory methods and SOPs.
• Experience in muscle and nerve tissue handling preferred.
• Experience in SOP and method drafting, report generation and knowledge of computerized data entry platforms.
• Ensures work is performed to technical expectations and in compliance with GLPs.
• Highly organized and detail oriented. Able to participate in multiple studies at a time.
• Desire to work in a dynamic, collaborative, fast-paced team environment and to make a difference in the lives of people through innovative medicines.
• Proven ability to successfully manage projects and timelines, organize/track complex information, prioritize accordingly, and the ability to quickly adjust to shifting priorities and demanding timelines when necessary.
• Ability to work extended hours as needed, including but not limited to weekend and holiday coverage, occasionally on short notice.

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This position requires work on site at one of Sarepta's facilities in the United States.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Sarepta Therapeutics offers a competitive compensation and benefit package.

Sarepta Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and participates in e-Verify.