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Full-Time
On-Site

Technician I, Technical Operations

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Description

This role involves training to become proficient in supporting studies, which includes animal handling, husbandry, observations, basic physiological indices, and collecting and recording data. The technician will perform some basic skills independently while continuing to develop others under supervision.

What We're Looking For

Ensure good welfare and humane care for all animals through gentle, positive interactions.,Train in on-boarding skills such as animal handling, husbandry, observations, basic physiological indices, and data collection/recording.,Collect, document, review, and verify data using forms or electronic systems.,Ensure high levels of study quality to meet goals.,Follow all PPE, safety, cleaning, and cross-contamination elimination practices.,Maintain appropriate communication with other personnel, supporting teammates and other departments.,Follow direction from team leaders, trainers, research associates, and supervisors.,Use and maintain instrumentation and equipment according to SOPs.,Perform all tasks per SOP, BOP, and/or protocols.

Ideal Candidate

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.,Certification/Licensure: None.,Excellent written and verbal communication skills.,Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.,Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite), with the ability to learn a validated system.,Ability to ensure a safe working environment by observing all safety procedures and using protective clothing and equipment.,Ability to ensure study integrity and fulfill regulatory requirements by following GLP, SOP, BOP, and IACUC rules.,Ability to work extended hours including evenings, weekends, extended shifts, and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.,Ability to work under specific time constraints.,Must be authorized to work in the United States without a sponsorship visa, now or in the future.

Minimum Education

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

Hard Skills

Animal handling
Husbandry
Observations
Basic physiological indices
Data collection
Data recording
Instrumentation and equipment use and maintenance
Computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)
Learning validated systems

Soft Skills

Excellent written communication
Excellent verbal communication
Time management (multiple tasks and priorities)
Teamwork/cooperation
Communication
Supportive
Following direction

Work Hours

Training 5-9 weeks 1ST SHIFT (Tues-Fri 6AM-430PM) before moving to weekend shift hours (6AM-630PM) Friday- Sunday or Saturday- Monday. Requires overtime, weekend, holiday, and/or after-hours shift cov

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
Bonus/incentives based on performance
401K
Stock purchase program
Health and wellness coverage
Employee and family wellbeing support programs
Work-life balance flexibility

Special Commitments

Must be authorized to work in the United States without a sponsorship visa, now or in the future.,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.,Requires overtime, weekend, holiday, and/or after-hours shift coverage, as needed.

About the Company

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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.

Scientific
Collaborative
Purpose-driven
Innovative
Global
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