Laboratory Animal Technician I

Charles River Laboratories, Inc.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles River Laboratories, Inc. in Worcester, MA, seeks a Research Technician I to collect and record data with minimal supervision, handle and restrain animals, perform clinical observations, collect samples and monitor food intake.

This full-time role follows GLPs and SOPs, with a Monday–Friday schedule (7:30am–4:00pm). Responsibilities include data entry, study preparation, and maintaining clean lab spaces in a regulated setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; BS preferred in animal or life science.
• ALAT certification preferred.
• Ability to handle laboratory animals and follow GLP/SOP guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-life procedures such as clipping, dosing, and measurements.
• Administer test substances by basic methods (oral gavage, etc.).
• Input and edit data entries accurately.
• Under supervision, act as lead/primary technician on basic studies.
• Maintain clean work areas and proper animal husbandry.

Skills

Animal handling

Data collection

Record keeping

Basic lab skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred in life science

Tools

Life science data entry systems

Job description

Charles River Laboratories, Inc. in Worcester, MA, seeks a Research Technician I to collect and record data with minimal supervision, handle and restrain animals, perform clinical observations, collect samples and monitor food intake.

This full-time role follows GLPs and SOPs, with a Monday–Friday schedule (7:30am–4:00pm). Responsibilities include data entry, study preparation, and maintaining clean lab spaces in a regulated setting.