Laboratory Assistant I Charles River Laboratories - 3.1 Shrewsbury, MA Job Details Full-time $20 - $21 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Computer operation Moving Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence High school diploma or GED Driver's License Safety equipment Productivity software Full Job Description Req ID #: 234678 Shrewsbury, MA, US 1st Full time For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we'll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Laboratory Assistant I will perform basic laboratory and record-keeping tasks. This role will support the functions of the in-life, necropsy and/or formulation/analytical groups.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform laboratory support activities, including glassware cleaning/sterilization, laboratory set-up and clean-up, sample processing and archiving, preparation of basic solutions, and operation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment. Support animal care and research operations by preparing cages and equipment for animal arrivals, performing basic husbandry duties, handling and transferring small- to medium-sized animals, and recording basic observations and measurements as assigned. Maintain laboratory organization and compliance by monitoring temperatures, managing inventory and supplies, generating reports and documentation, assisting with clerical tasks, and ensuring all work is performed in accordance with Good Laboratory Practice Regulations (GLPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Transport laboratory materials, supplies, and equipment between facilities using company vehicles (truck, golf cart, or car) as needed. The pay range for this position is $20-21 per hour. Please note that pay rates vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.).

Certification/Licensure:

Must have valid, state-issued, driver's license.

Experience:

None required.

Other:

Must be detail-oriented and have general familiarity with lab procedures. Good verbal communication skills required. Basic computer skills; familiarity with Microsoft Office software.

PHYSICAL/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to regularly lift, carry, move, manipulate, and/or hold animals, equipment, supplies, and other materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and push wheeled carts up to 1,200 pounds over distances of 1-100 feet. Requires frequent standing, sitting, walking, stair climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and working in confined spaces. Must be able to move throughout the facility to access equipment, supplies, work areas, and other buildings; operate computers, office equipment, and laboratory instruments; wear required PPE in accordance with OSHA and company standards; maintain close and color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment; and communicate effectively to exchange accurate information.

COMMENTS

This position requires overtime, weekend, holiday, and/or after hours shift coverage as needed. About Safety Assessment Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market. Each year approximately 300 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities. About Charles River Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio 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 suite of products and services to support our clients' clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market. With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client's unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world. At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people's lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years. We're committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility. Equal Employment Opportunity Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to . This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. For more information, please visit www.criver.com.