Animal Care Specialist I

2 weeks ago

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

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

We understand that our achievements are driven by the vision and enthusiasm of our workforce; hence, we are committed to ensuring that our work environment is both rewarding and enriching. At Charles River, you will contribute to meaningful change every day.

Position Overview

Why Choose Charles River?

We uphold strong values and share a common mission to create healthier lives. Our culture is characterized by endless opportunities, a sense of purpose, and a commitment to effecting change. We empower our employees with the necessary tools and programs to cultivate fulfilling careers. Our competitive benefits and exceptional training programs are available to all employees.

We are looking for an Animal Care Specialist I to become a part of our Insourcing Solutions team.

As the ** Animal Care Specialist I**, your primary responsibility will be to ensure the well-being of our research animals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct daily health and welfare assessments of animals.
  • Perform husbandry tasks to maintain the quality and health of research animals, including daily checks of water supplies and cages, providing adequate food and hydration, and executing cage changes and cleaning as necessary.
  • Carry out cage washing and sanitation duties.
  • Maintain precise records of room logs, health case logs, breeding information, and support areas as mandated by institutional and facility requirements.
  • Execute rodent handling and technical procedures as directed by the on-site Supervisor or facility veterinarian, including health treatments, identification, genotyping, health surveillance sampling, and euthanasia.
  • Receive and inspect incoming animal shipments and supplies.
  • Utilize equipment and supplies in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Perform general housekeeping tasks and adhere to safety protocols.
  • May assist in non-invasive study support techniques, including animal fasting, weight measurements, food and water intake monitoring, mating observations, and plug checks.
  • Complete other assigned duties as necessary.

Qualifications:

The following are the minimum qualifications for the Animal Care Specialist 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.
  • At least 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 considered as a satisfactory substitute for the specific qualifications listed above.

The compensation for this role 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. The work schedule typically follows a Monday through Friday format from 7 AM to 3:30 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays as needed.

About Charles River Laboratories

Charles River Laboratories is a globally recognized leader in the customization of human-derived biological products and services for biomedical research, drug discovery, and the development of cell and gene therapies. 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, Charles River Laboratories expanded its capabilities through the acquisition of HemaCare, enhancing our comprehensive solutions for researchers and cell therapy developers worldwide. This acquisition allows us to offer a unique, integrated portfolio of discovery, safety assessment, and manufacturing support services, enabling our clients to accelerate their critical programs from initial research to regulatory approval and commercialization.

With over 20,000 employees across 110 facilities in more than 20 countries, we are strategically positioned to leverage global resources and multidisciplinary perspectives to address our clients' unique challenges. Our clientele includes global pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, government agencies, hospitals, and academic institutions.

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals. We have proudly supported the development of all currently 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.

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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