Research Technician I — Animal Care & Data Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health and wellness coverage

Paid time off

Stock purchase program

Work life balance flexibility

Job summary

Charles River Laboratories in Worcester, MA is seeking a Research Technician I to collect and record data under minimal supervision. Responsibilities include handling animals, observing health, dosing, data entry, and ensuring compliance with GLPs and SOPs.

This is a full-time position on an evening schedule (Mon-Fri, 1:30pm-10:00pm). The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with a Bachelor's degree preferred and ALAT certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED; Bachelor's preferred (B.S) or equivalent in animal or life science or related discipline.
• Experience: 6 months related experience in animal research and/or husbandry or must have fully satisfied technical and experience requirements for the previous level.
• Equivalents: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
• Certification/Licensure: ALAT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-life technical procedures (e.g., clipping, handling, binding, removals, body weight, dosing).
• Administer test substances by various basic methods (e.g., oral gavage).
• Input, print and edit computer entries (e.g., life numbers, body weights, food consumption and clinical observation).
• Under supervision may act as lead/primary technician on basic studies.
• Observe animals for general health and overall well being.
• Collect and record research data and biological specimens in compliance with applicable guidelines and regulations (GLPs, SOPs).
• Read basic study protocols and extract pertinent information.
• Review documentation of functions performed as part of quality control requirements.
• Retrieve and view SOPs using appropriate database.
• Use applicable GLPs, SOPs, processes and company policies when performing all job functions.
• Handle, restrain, and provide care for all species of laboratory animals at the site.
• Perform study preparation activities including collection tube labeling and room setup.
• Maintain clean work areas (e.g.: laboratory area, primary enclosures, animal exam areas).
• Receive animals (e.g., general health observation, sexing and identification) of all species, if applicable for the site.
• Under supervision, perform basic formulation procedures (i.e. simple dilutions, label and dispense).

Skills

Animal handling

Data collection

Basic lab procedures

Observation skills

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred in animal or life science

ALAT certification preferred

Tools

Data collection equipment

Lab equipment

Job description

Charles River Laboratories in Worcester, MA is seeking a Research Technician I to collect and record data under minimal supervision. Responsibilities include handling animals, observing health, dosing, data entry, and ensuring compliance with GLPs and SOPs.

This is a full-time position on an evening schedule (Mon-Fri, 1:30pm-10:00pm). The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with a Bachelor's degree preferred and ALAT certification preferred.