Research Technician III (Surgical Services, Veterinary)

Charles River; Shrewsbury (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus/incentives

401K

Paid time off

Stock purchase program

Health coverage

Wellbeing programs

Work-life balance flexibility

Job summary

Charles River in Shrewsbury, MA is seeking a Research Technician III (Surgical Services) to lead surgical studies, perform clinical observations, sample collection, and monitor animal welfare on assigned protocols. The role requires a Bachelor's in a scientific field, 2–4 years of related lab experience, GLP knowledge, and strong leadership.

This is a full-time, 7:30am-4:00pm position with mentorship responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in scientific field required.
• 2–4 years related experience in animal science or similar lab environment; GLP experience preferred.
• AALAS LAT certification preferred; Academy of Surgical Research Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead/primary technician on surgical studies and perform technical duties.
• Administer test substances and generate data on studies (basic/complex/specialized).
• Perform clinical observations, sample collection, and monitor food consumption of animals.
• Proficient in Pre-operative, Post-operative, and Anesthetic skills for surgery.
• Provide leadership, technical guidance, and mentorship to staff.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

GLP knowledge

Dosing calculations

Lab animal handling

Computer literacy

Organization & prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in scientific field

Job description

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Research Technician III (Surgical Services, Veterinary)

Location: Shrewsbury, MA, US, 01545

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Research Technician III, Research (surgical) will serve as the lead/primary technician on surgical studies and perform technical duties, administer test substances, and generate data on any type of study (i.e., basic/complex/specialized). Perform clinical observations, sample collection, and monitor food consumption of animals on assigned studies. The Research Technician III will be proficient in Pre-operative, Post-operative, and Anesthetic skills for surgery. They will provide leadership, technical guidance, and serve as mentor to less experienced staff.

This is a Full-Time position.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) or equivalent in scientific related discipline.
• Experience:2-4 years related experience in animal science, biology, chemistry/pharmacy, or similar lab environment or must have fully satisfied technical and experience requirements for the previous level. GLP experience preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
• Certification/Licensure:AALAS certification at the LAT level strongly preferred. Academy of Surgical Research Certification preferred.
• Other:Demonstrated interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, and leadership/supervisory skills. Ability to handle a variety of laboratory animals. Proficient in technical skills and the operation of data collection equipment. Knowledge of GLPs and other federal regulations and guidelines relating to the care of laboratory animals required. Understanding of routine and complex study design and protocols. Knowledge of math to calculate and prepare dosing preparations/formulations. Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines. Computer literacy including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

The pay for this position is $30.50/hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

About Safety Assessment
Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market. Each year approximately 300 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities.

About Charles River
Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.

With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years.

We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility.

Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to [e-mail]. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

For more information, please visit www.criver.com.

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