Animal Care Technician I
Req ID #: 224842
Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
What you’ll do
We are seeking an Animal Care Technician I to join our Insourcing Solutions team, located in Cambridge, MA.
As the Animal Care Technician 1, you will use existing SOPs and quality assurance standards to monitor, observe, and record animal health and welfare daily, as well as complete various standard animal husbandry duties.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Maintain accurate records of animal breeding, health, and housing.
- Follow all procedures to maintain housing areas, including room or facility personnel entry; personnel protective equipment use, spraying in all equipment and materials into controlled areas.
- Operate equipment following all safety guidelines.
- Work cooperatively with the on-site supervisor and/or facility veterinarian to assist with restraint, handling and manipulation of various animal species to include mice, rats and other rodents and possibly rabbits.
What you’ll need
The following are minimum requirements related to the Animal Care Technician 1 position:
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High school diploma or general education degree
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Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science, Biology or Biological Science preferred.
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6-12 months experience performing basic animal care desired
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Interest in achieving ALAT certification upon eligibility
The pay range for this position is $23 to $25 USD per hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
What you get
Core Benefits
- Mental/Dental/Vision Plans
- Vacation and Holiday
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Value Added Programs
- Employee discount program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Recognition and Referral Program
Additional Benefits
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Fitness Reimbursement and Wellness Programs
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Parental Leave
About Charles River
Charles River is an early-stage Contact Research Organization (CRO). Here, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people's lives. With 100 sites around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our clients' unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.
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