Laboratory Animal Care Technician

7 days ago


Frederick, Maryland, United States Charles River Laboratories Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Animal Support Specialist to join our Insourcing Solutions team at Charles River Laboratories.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform a combination of duties in client facilities, including temporary assignments of caretaking, cage wash, and similar duties.
  • Monitor animal health and welfare while performing health observations, animal husbandry duties, and provide food and water.
  • Process soiled caging/tanks and prepare new caging, ensuring that parameters are met to meet sanitation standards.
  • Provide environmental enrichment, assist with restraint, handling, and manipulation of various animal species.
  • Receive, inspect, and house incoming animals, and maintain accurate records of animal breeding, health, and housing/isolator or support areas.
  • Assist with the receipt, stocking, and maintenance of supply inventories, feed, bedding, etc.
  • Maintain facility equipment and perform routine preventative maintenance on cagewash and autoclaves.
  • May assist with technical procedures, such as providing treatments, blood and/or tissue collection, injections, surgical prep, administering anesthesia, and assisting with surgical procedures.
  • May assist with diagnostic services such as necropsy, health surveillance, etc.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Biology, or Biological Science.
  • 6+ months' experience with animal care and handling in a laboratory/similar environment desired.
  • Alternatively, candidates with an Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology and 6+ months' animal care experience will also be considered.
  • Obtain AALAS certification at the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) level upon eligibility.
Compensation

The pay for this position is $20 USD per hour.

About Charles River Laboratories

Charles River Laboratories is a leading contract research organization (CRO) that provides a range of services to support the discovery, development, and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. Our team of experts is dedicated to helping our clients bring innovative treatments to market, and we are passionate about improving the quality of people's lives.

We have a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create a workplace that is welcoming and inclusive for all employees. If you are interested in joining a dynamic and growing organization that is dedicated to making a difference in the world, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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