Animal Care Specialist I

2 weeks ago

South San Francisco, California, United States Charles River Laboratories Full time


For over 40 years, Charles River Laboratories has been dedicated to making a positive impact on the world by providing the highest quality cellular materials and services to biotech and pharmaceutical companies, as well as research organizations engaged in innovative research and the development of novel cell-based therapies.

We understand that our success is driven by the vision and passion of our employees; therefore, we are committed to making Charles River a rewarding and valuable workplace.

At Charles River, we believe in making a difference, and you will have the opportunity to contribute to this mission every day.
Job Overview
Why choose Charles River? We uphold strong values and share a common mission to create healthier lives together.

Our culture fosters endless opportunities, purpose, and transformative change. We are dedicated to equipping our employees with the necessary tools and programs to cultivate fulfilling careers. We offer competitive benefits and exceptional training programs for all team members.

We are currently seeking an
Animal Care Technician I to join our
Insourcing Solutions team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the well-being of our research animals.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct daily health and welfare assessments of animals, performing husbandry tasks to maintain the quality and health of research subjects. This includes checking water bottles and cages, providing appropriate food and hydration, and performing cage changes and cleaning as needed. Document any health concerns in accordance with standard operating procedures and specified protocols. Carry out cage washing and sanitation duties. Maintain accurate records of room logs, health case logs, animal breeding, and support areas as required by the facility.
  • Perform rodent handling and technical procedures as directed by the on-site Supervisor or facility veterinarian, including health case treatments, identification, genotyping, health surveillance sampling, and euthanasia.
  • Receive, inspect, and organize incoming animal shipments and supplies. Operate equipment and utilize supplies in compliance with established guidelines. Maintain cleanliness and adhere to safety protocols.
  • May assist with study support on non-invasive techniques, including but not limited to animal fasting, body weight monitoring, food and water measurements, mating observations, and plug checks. Undertake additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
The following are minimum requirements for the Animal Care Technician I position:

  • A high school diploma, General Education Degree (G.E.D.), or equivalent is required. A Bachelor's degree in an animal or life sciences field is preferred. A minimum of one year of relevant laboratory animal experience is preferred. AALAS certification at the ALAT level or CALAS certification is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

The compensation for this position ranges from $20 to $24 per hour. Please note that salaries may vary within this range based on factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.


Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 3:30 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays as necessary.

About Charles River Laboratories Charles River Laboratories is a global leader and trusted brand in the customization of human-derived biological products and services for biomedical research, drug discovery, and cell and gene therapy development.

Our vertically integrated solutions support preclinical research, clinical studies from phases 1 to 3, and commercialization with high-quality RUO and GMP-compliant starting materials and apheresis collections.

In January 2020, HemaCare was acquired by Charles River Laboratories, an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). This acquisition, combined with Charles River's integrated early-stage portfolio of discovery, safety assessment, and manufacturing support services, creates a unique, comprehensive solution for researchers and cell therapy developers and manufacturers worldwide, helping to accelerate critical programs from basic research and proof-of-concept to regulatory approval and commercialization.

Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, reducing costs and enhancing productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.

We collaborate closely with our clients throughout the clinical process to maximize success and drive positive clinical outcomes.

With over 20,000 employees across 110 facilities in more than 20 countries worldwide, we are strategically positioned to coordinate global resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives to resolve our clients' unique challenges.

Our client base includes global pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, government agencies, hospitals, and academic institutions around the world.
At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people's lives. We have proudly supported the development of 100% of the current commercially available FDA-approved immunocellular therapies.

Our mission is to provide a best-in-class portfolio of high-quality, customizable human cellular materials and services to support drug discovery, scientific research, and cell therapy.

This commitment resonates through our employees and impacts our customers, as we recognize that every day presents an opportunity to advance discoveries and make a meaningful difference in someone's life.
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.

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