Animal Care Associate Job at Charles River Laboratories

Charles River Laboratories Raleigh, NC 27610

$16 - $18 an hour

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 Summary
As an Animal Care Associate for our Breed Department in Raleigh, NC, you will be responsible for the well-being of our research animals. Your contribution will ensure the health of our animals, as well as impact the lives of patients across the world.
In this role, key responsibilities may include:

  • Maintaining the quality and health of our animals, including providing their food and water and ensuring their environment is clean.
  • Receiving, inspecting, and putting away incoming animals.
  • Performing health observations, administering medications, taking blood samples, and giving injections while respecting protocols.
  • Other responsibilities, including the restocking of supplies, may be required.

The training and development offered to our entry level Animal Care Associate’s is best-in-class and designed to help you succeed. This is an entry-level position that will allow you to gain experience and begin your career in life sciences.
Job Qualifications
If you possess the following qualities, we will train you in the rest:

  • Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
  • Enjoys being part of a team.
  • High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
  • Local to the area, as this role is onsite.

Role Specific Information:

  • Location: Raleigh, NC
  • Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 / hour
  • Sign-on Bonus: Up to $1500
  • Schedule: Start times fall between 4:30am - 6:00 am, working 9 hour shifts Monday - Thursday and a 4 hour shift on Friday. Weekend rotation is required.

The pay range for this position is $16.00- $18.00 . Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
About Research Models & Services
Fundamental to basic research and discovery is the use of in vivo models to help identify disease targets and determine potential biological pathways that regulate the condition. As the world’s leader in the production and distribution of the highest quality research animal, with 1 out of 2 animal models produced for preclinical research globally, we understand the importance of this step. With seven decades of experience, our expertise is unmatched, allowing us to provide you with the perfect model, including disease-specific and preconditioned options, for basic research and beyond.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • Day shift

Work Location: In person




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