Histology Technician

Charles River Laboratories; Laval (administrative region); On-site; CAD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health and wellness coverage

Stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

Charles River Laboratories in Laval, QC, is seeking a Histology Technician to prepare tissues for microscopic analysis and support pre-clinical studies. You will handle histology tasks from trimming to staining and operate standard lab equipment, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

The role requires a Collegial Diploma in Science/Biotech, strong attention to detail, and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks. Permanent full-time position with day/evening shifts and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Collegial Diploma in Science, Biotechnology, or related field.
• Demonstrate a high level of attention to details.
• Ability to work physically (lift up to 20 kg, walk, stand, stoop).

Responsibilities

• Prepare tissues for microscopic analysis.
• Perform histology activities: trimming, decalcification, processing, embedding, cutting, scanning, staining.
• Operate laboratory equipment and prepare reagents.
• Prepare shipment and packing of specimens.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical ability

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in Science/Biotech

Tools

Histology equipment

Job description

For 75 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. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

Job Overview

As a Histology Technician for our team located in Laval, you will be responsible for preparing tissues for microscopic analysis. Your success will ensure the smooth running of our research, as well as the integrity of our pre-clinical studies.

In This Role, Primary Responsibilities Include

• Perform histology activities such as trimming, decalcification, processing, embedding, cutting, scanning, and staining;
• Prepare necessary material requested by procedures;
• Operate necessary laboratory equipment;
• Prepare chemical reagents;
• Prepare shipment and packing of specimens.

We are looking for the following minimum qualifications for this role:

• Collegial Diploma in Science, Biotechnology, or any other related field;
• Able to demonstrate a high level of attention to details;
• Able to work physically (lift up to 20 kg, walk, stand, stoop, etc.).

Role Specific Information

• Location: 445 Boul. Armand-Frappier, Laval, QC, H7V 4B3;
• Transportation: Free parking. Near the Montmorency Subway. Electric vehicle charging station;
• Salary: Starting at $21.75/hrs;
• Annual bonus based on performance plan;
• Schedule: Days & Evening shifts. Depending on the needs you must be available to work during days, evening, weekends, and holidays. Regular working hours are between 8am to 4:15 pm, but may be subject to change depending on current studies;
• Permanent position as of the hiring, full-time 37.5hrs per week.

Why Charles River?

• We offer competitive benefits and advantages from day one to support your well-being;
• Employee and family assistance program;
• Excellent welcome program for new employees as well as in-house advancement and career development opportunities;
• Access to a doctor and various health professionals (telemedicine);
• 3 weeks’ Vacation & 5 Personal day policy;
• Many social activities!

About Safety Assessment

Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market. Each year approximately 300 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities.

About Charles River

Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.

With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years.

We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.