Technician I-Histology-2nd shift

Charles River Labs; Ashland (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Technician I to join their Histology Team. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive environment while ensuring the welfare of laboratory animals. As part of the team, you will perform essential tasks, including data collection, documentation, and adherence to Good Laboratory Practices. The role involves working under close supervision, with the potential for extended hours. If you're passionate about contributing to health advancements and eager to develop your skills, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred, no previous experience required.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn validated systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure humane care for all animals and maintain safety procedures.
• Collect and verify data, review documentation for quality control.
• Work under supervision to gain proficiency in laboratory tasks.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

Basic computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite)

Education

High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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 Summary

We are seeking a Technician I for our 2nd shift Histology Team located in Ashland, OH.

A Histology Technician I is in training to perform and become proficient in on-boarding skills, procedures, and cooperating in a team environment. The technician is learning basic skills required to conduct a study, including various tasks within Pre-Trim with an introduction to Trimming. Technician is working under close supervision to gain proficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure good welfare and humane care for all animals worked with through gentle, positive human-animal interactions.
• Train in on-boarding tasks which includes GLP Training, Animal Welfare Training and New Hire Orientation. Specific tasks will be based on each area’s training plan and business needs.
• Collect, document, review, and verify data on forms, or in electronic data capture systems.
• Review documentation of functions performed as part of quality control requirements.
• Use and maintain instrumentation and equipment.
• Reading and understanding of protocols.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of English.
• Manage multiple tasks and priorities to achieve goals.
• Ensure that a safe working environment is maintained by observing all safety procedures and working methods by making proper use of protective clothing and equipment.
• Ensure the integrity of the studies and fulfill the regulatory agencies requirements by performing the activities according to the Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Business Operating Procedures (BOP) and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) rules.
• Work under specific time constraints.
• Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to evenings, weekends, extended shifts, and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

The pay rate for this position is $19/hour plus a 10% shift differential. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

Job Qualifications

(Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities required to accomplish the essential functions) include but are not limited to:

• Education: High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.) preferred.
• Experience: No previous experience required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
• Certification/Licensure: None, unless required by local government.
• Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite), commensurate with essential functions, including the ability to learn a validated system.

Physical Demands:

• Employees must be able to lift, move, manipulate, and/or hold heavy objects up to and including 50 pounds; this includes work materials, equipment, and/or animals.
• Must be able to perform laboratory procedures, which require talking, hearing, standing, or sitting for long periods of time, entering data into a computer, using appropriate instruments, reaching with hands and arms, working in narrow spaces, and wearing safety equipment (PPE) according to OSHA regulations and company standards.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

• Works in a research laboratory environment, which requires use of sharp objects, working around mechanical parts, working with or near known or unknown toxic or caustic chemicals and/or biological hazards, exposure to fumes and airborne particles, working at noise levels ranging from quiet to moderately noisy.

Comments:

• May occasionally work weekend/holidays and/or rotating on-call schedule.

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.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.