Charles River Laboratories Hiring for Research Technician- Surgery OR Job at Mattawan, MI Full Time

We are seeking an experienced Research Technician for our Surgery (OR) Team at our Safety Assessment site located in Mattawan, MI.

A Research Technician is responsible for: administering substances to animals, performing husbandry duties, including cleaning/transporting caging and providing food and water; performing clinical observations of animals to determine morbidity/mortality; collecting and handling data and specimens; euthanizing animals and assisting veterinarians, management, and other company personnel with animal care, study-related tasks, and process improvement initiatives.

The following are minimum Qualifications related to the Research Technician position.

• HS/GED/Bachelor’s degree (preferred, not required) with no experience; contract research organization experience preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Computer skills, commensurate with Essential Functions and including ability to learn a validated system.
• Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to, evenings, weekends, extended shifts and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.
• Ability to work under specific time constraints.
• Ability to lift/move up to 30 pounds regularly and up to 60 pounds frequently.
• Physically able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) to include properly fitted respirator.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Surgery

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: One location