Research Technician I
Description
The Research Technician I is responsible for animal handling and restraint, performing clinical observations, monitoring food consumption and body weights, providing animal husbandry, and accurately collecting and reporting data. This role requires working full-time, 40 hours per week, on a day shift starting one month from the offer date.
What We're Looking For
Observe animals for general health and overall well-being.,Collect and record research data in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice Regulations (GLPs), study protocols, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).,Perform basic in-life technical procedures (e.g., clipping, handling, chipping, binding, removals, body weight) upon completion of specific skill training and sign-off.,Assist in cohabitation smears of all species.,Perform computer input under supervision.,Read basic study protocols and extract pertinent information.,Review documentation of functions performed as part of quality control requirements.,Retrieve and view Standard Operating Procedures using appropriate database.,Use 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.,Ability to lift, move, manipulate, and/or hold heavy objects up to and including 50 pounds.,Ability to perform procedures requiring talking, hearing, standing or sitting for long periods, data entry, using instruments, reaching, working in narrow spaces, and wearing safety equipment.,Ability to frequently firmly hold species while utilizing fine motor skills.,Willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and/or after-hours shifts as needed.
Ideal Candidate
High school diploma or General Equivalent Degree (G.E.D.).,0-6 months related experience in animal research and/or husbandry preferred.,An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.,None (Certification/Licensure).,Ability to handle common laboratory animal species.,Basic knowledge of GLP regulations preferred.
Minimum Education
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Hard Skills
Work Hours
40 hours/week, day shift
Benefits
Special Commitments
Requires overtime, weekend, holiday, and/or after hours shift coverage, as needed.
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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