Animal Care & Lab Support Technician

RXinsider LTD.; Mattawan (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles River Laboratories in Michigan is seeking an Animal Research Technician, an entry-level, full-time role focused on foundational animal care and study support within a collaborative team. You will learn and perform routine tasks including animal handling, husbandry, data documentation, and adherence to SOPs and GLP requirements.

The role requires flexibility to work various shifts, with training hours as schedule outlines; strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must learn and apply department procedures and protocol requirements.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple routine tasks and priorities.
• Willing to work extended or non-standard hours when required.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office and the ability to learn validated systems.
• Ability to work in GLP, SOPs, BOPs, and IACUC environments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure good welfare and humane care for all animals through gentle, positive human-animal interactions.
• Perform basic animal husbandry and handling tasks according to training plans and business needs.
• Support daily operational tasks such as animal handling, feeding, watering, and daily room cleaning.
• Collect, document, review, and verify data using approved paper or electronic systems.
• Review completed work for accuracy and completeness in support of quality control requirements.
• Use and maintain instrumentation and equipment according to procedures.
• Escalate process deviations, equipment issues, or data concerns to trainers or supervisors.
• Follow SOPs, BOPs, GLP, and IACUC requirements to maintain study integrity.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Procedures learning

Time management

Microsoft Office & validated systems

Quality/compliance awareness

Safety awareness & PPE

GLP/SOP/BOP/IACUC compliance

Extended/non-standard hours

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Charles River Laboratories in Michigan is seeking an Animal Research Technician, an entry-level, full-time role focused on foundational animal care and study support within a collaborative team. You will learn and perform routine tasks including animal handling, husbandry, data documentation, and adherence to SOPs and GLP requirements.

The role requires flexibility to work various shifts, with training hours as schedule outlines; strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to