Entry-Level Animal Care & Research Technician

Charles River Laboratories, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Paid time off

Health and wellness coverage

Stock purchase program

Job summary

Charles River Laboratories, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Animal Research Technician to learn and perform foundational animal care and study support tasks within a team. The role includes handling animals, data recording, and adhering to GLP and IACUC guidelines.

The hourly pay rate for this position is $20.00, with training schedules and potential permanent shift variations described in the listing. This full-time role requires flexibility to work extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to learn and consistently apply department procedures.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure welfare and humane care for animals through gentle interactions.
• Perform basic animal husbandry and handling tasks per plans.
• Support daily tasks: animal handling, feeding, watering, room cleaning.
• Collect, document, review, and verify data in approved systems.
• Follow SOPs, BOPs, GLP, and IACUC requirements to maintain study integrity.

Skills

Animal care

Data documentation

Communication

Multi-tasking

PPE safety

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Validated systems

Job description

Charles River Laboratories, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Animal Research Technician to learn and perform foundational animal care and study support tasks within a team. The role includes handling animals, data recording, and adhering to GLP and IACUC guidelines.

The hourly pay rate for this position is $20.00, with training schedules and potential permanent shift variations described in the listing. This full-time role requires flexibility to work extended hours as needed.