Preclinical Research Technician I — Animal Studies

Charles River; Shrewsbury (MA); Sur place; USD 29 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Bonus/incentives based on performance

401K

Paid time off

Stock purchase program

Health and wellness coverage

Employee and family wellbeing support

Résumé du poste

Charles River is seeking a Research Technician I to support preclinical studies in our Massachusetts facilities. You will handle animals, collect data, and assist with study procedures under GLP and SOP guidelines.

The role involves a Tuesday–Saturday or Sunday–Thursday schedule with overtime as needed, and an hourly rate of $24.50. This position emphasizes careful recordkeeping, team collaboration, and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED; Bachelor's preferred.
• 1 year or less animal research experience preferred.
• ALAT certification preferred.
• Ability to work in a regulated research environment and follow SOPs.

Responsabilités

• Perform in-life study procedures including animal handling, restraint, body weight collection, dosing and related tasks.
• Administer test substances using routine methods such as oral gavage.
• Monitor health and welfare through observations and food intake assessments.
• Record data accurately in GLP-compliant systems and SOPs.
• Prepare study materials and maintain study rooms and equipment.
• Provide husbandry support and maintain clean, compliant work areas.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Recordkeeping

Animal handling

SOP adherence

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or Life Sciences preferred

ALAT certification preferred

Description du poste

Charles River is seeking a Research Technician I to support preclinical studies in our Massachusetts facilities. You will handle animals, collect data, and assist with study procedures under GLP and SOP guidelines.

The role involves a Tuesday–Saturday or Sunday–Thursday schedule with overtime as needed, and an hourly rate of $24.50. This position emphasizes careful recordkeeping, team collaboration, and adherence to safety protocols.