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This position is eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus! Charles River Laboratories is seeking a Research Technician I for our In Vivo (In Life) Team within our Safety Assessment site located in Shrewsbury, MA.
The Research Technician I will collect and record data with minimal supervision in the performance of studies. Responsibilities include handling and restraining animals, clinical observations, sample collection, monitoring food consumption, animal husbandry, and performing accurate data collection and reporting. Administer test substances by various basic methods.
Minimum Qualifications
* Education: High school diploma or General Equivalency Degree (G.E.D.). Bachelor’s preferred (B.S) or equivalent in animal or life science or related discipline.
* Experience: 6 months to 1 year related experience in animal research and/or husbandry or must have fully satisfied technical and experience requirements for the previous level.
* An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
* Certification/Licensure: ALAT preferred.
* Other: Ability to handle common laboratory species. Proficient in basic technical skills and the operation of data collection equipment. Knowledge of GLPs and other federal regulations and guidelines relating to the care of laboratory animals. Basic understanding of study design and protocols.
The pay range for this position is $24.50 an hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Business Development
Industries
* Automation Machinery Manufacturing
We’re committed to providing equal employment opportunity. This description reflects the essential duties of the position and is not a comprehensive listing of all tasks, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with it.
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