Flexible Operational Technician
Description
Charles River Laboratories is seeking a Flexible Technician for its new Flexible Operational department in Tranent, Scotland. This role offers the opportunity to gain diverse skills and experience across various operational areas, including formulations and necropsy, by supporting the entire technical operation. The technician will handle a wide range of daily tasks, collaborating with different departments and colleagues.
What We're Looking For
Deploy to support peaks in operational workload across multiple functional departments.
Support formulating and dispensing test items for scientific studies.
Deliver essential animal care, including husbandry duties.
Administer regulated procedures.
Document clinical signs and observed behaviors on relevant data systems.
Manage lab equipment and apparatus, including reporting equipment faults and completing relevant forms to resolve issues.
Prepare study files, label pots, vials, and assist with the set-up of scientific studies.
Conduct quality control checks if required.
Carry out necropsy procedures.
Undertake relevant training across the division to be able to support key functions.
Maintain required skills to allow flexible deployment on an ongoing basis.
Work comfortably with a wide range of colleagues and teams across the business on a regular basis.
Responsible for working towards obtaining a home office license.
Commit to working to an unpredictable work schedule, for example, vehicle preparation in formulations, room cleans in technical services and rodent necropsy over consecutive days.
Maintain flexibility and adaptability in day-to-day responsibilities.
Minimum Education
Minimum of five National 5 grades or equivalent
Soft Skills
Benefits
Special Commitments
Must be willing to work an unpredictable schedule.
About the Company
Charles River Laboratories
Charles River Laboratories is a leading global provider of essential products and services that help pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, government agencies, and academic institutions accelerate their research and drug development efforts. In Quebec, the company operates world-class facilities in Senneville, Laval, and Saint-Constant, specializing in preclinical research, safety assessment, and laboratory sciences.
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