Animal Care Specialist I

2 weeks ago


Bethesda, Maryland, United States Charles River Full time

For over seven decades, Charles River has united its workforce to contribute to the discovery, development, and secure production of innovative therapeutic solutions. By becoming part of our team, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the health and wellness of individuals worldwide. Regardless of your expertise in life sciences, finance, IT, sales, or other fields, your abilities will be integral to our mission. In exchange, we are dedicated to helping you cultivate a fulfilling career.

Position Overview

Why Choose Charles River?
We uphold strong principles and share a unified goal: together, we foster healthier lives. Our environment is characterized by limitless potential, purpose, and transformative initiatives. We are devoted to equipping our team members with the resources and programs necessary for rewarding career growth. We provide competitive benefits and exceptional training opportunities for all employees.

We are looking for an Animal Care Specialist I to join our Insourcing Solutions division.

As an Animal Care Specialist I, your responsibilities will include ensuring the well-being of our research animals.

Key duties will involve:

• Administering food and water.

• Maintaining cleanliness of animal enclosures.

• Conducting and documenting daily health assessments of animals.

• Handling and restraining animals for medical procedures.

• Learning and implementing quality assurance protocols.

• Assessing new arrivals and assisting them in acclimatization.

• Engaging in the breeding processes of various animal species.

Qualifications
The following are the essential qualifications for the Animal Care Specialist I role:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• A minimum of six months of experience with animals (e.g., dog walking, pet sitting, kennel assistance, veterinary support, farm work, 4-H involvement, pet retail).

• Successful completion of the ALAT (Assistant Lab Animal Technician) Certification is required within 1-2 years of eligibility.

The compensation for this position ranges from $20 to $22 per hour. Please note that salaries may vary within this range based on factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, and location. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 3:30 PM, with potential availability required on weekends and holidays.

About Insourcing Solutions
Charles River Insourcing SolutionsSM enhances research efficiency by providing operational and cost advantages through the strategic insourcing of GMP, GLP, and non-GLP research services from discovery to safety evaluation. Insourcing SolutionsSM enables you to maintain control over your facility and expertise while optimizing available resources.

About Charles River
Charles River is a pioneering contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our expertise in laboratory animal medicine and science to offer a diverse array of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a comprehensive suite of products and services to assist our clients with clinical laboratory testing and manufacturing needs. Leveraging this extensive portfolio allows our clients to adopt a more adaptable drug development strategy, reducing costs while enhancing productivity and effectiveness to accelerate market entry.

With a workforce of over 20,000 across 110 facilities in more than 20 countries, we are strategically positioned to coordinate global resources and apply multidisciplinary approaches to address our clients' unique challenges. Our clientele includes leading pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, government entities, and academic institutions worldwide.

At Charles River, we are committed to our role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals. Our mission, outstanding scientific practices, and strong sense of purpose guide our actions, as we recognize that our efforts contribute to the health and well-being of many across the globe.



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