Preclinical Research Technician I

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentives

401K

Paid time off

Stock purchase program

Health and wellness coverage

Employee and family wellbeing support

Work life balance flexibility

Job summary

Charles River Laboratories is seeking a Research Technician I to support preclinical studies at our site in Massachusetts. The role involves in-life procedures, data collection, and adherence to GLPs and SOPs under supervision.

Responsibilities include animal handling, dosing, sample collection, data entry, and ensuring accurate records. The position requires a high school diploma and takes on 7:30-4:00 schedule with potential overtime as study needs arise.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 6 months to 1 year of experience in animal research or related field preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience considered.
• ALAT certification preferred.
• Ability to work in a regulated research environment and follow protocols.
• Care for animal welfare and maintain high-quality animal care.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-life study procedures, including animal handling, restraint, identification, body weight collection, dosing, clipping, and related activities.
• Administer test substances using routine methods, such as oral gavage.
• Monitor animal health and well-being through observations and food consumption assessments.
• Collect biological samples and record data in accordance with GLPs, protocols and SOPs.
• Enter, review, edit, and maintain study data using computerized systems.
• Prepare study materials and set up study rooms.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Life Sciences, or related field

ALAT certification

Job description

Charles River Laboratories is seeking a Research Technician I to support preclinical studies at our site in Massachusetts. The role involves in-life procedures, data collection, and adherence to GLPs and SOPs under supervision.

Responsibilities include animal handling, dosing, sample collection, data entry, and ensuring accurate records. The position requires a high school diploma and takes on 7:30-4:00 schedule with potential overtime as study needs arise.