Isolator Technician (Temp to Perm)
Charles River Laboratories International Inc (CRL)
Wilmington, MA, US, 01887
Job Summary
We are seeking an Isolator Technician for our GEMS-Breed Department located in Wilmington, MA.
In this role you will be working both indoors and outdoors with our animal housing (isolators).
This is a temporary opportunity with the potential to become a full time employee.
- $17.00/Hour
- Paid Sick time / 401K Participation / Volunteer Time Off
- Use of our onsite gym
- Monday-Friday work week schedule
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with isolator moves between different locations.
- Remove soiled caging and other materials from isolators.
- Disassemble the isolators’ component parts.
- Inspect the isolator, noting any damage.
- Wash, rinse, and dry the isolator box/bag.
- Replace isolator gloves.
- Operate industrial cage and rack washer.
- Order, assemble, sterilize and manage storage of supplies.
- Performs all job-related duties in accordance with company safety procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- No experience required, we will train.
- Valid driver's license required.
- Will be required to get certifications on personal lift, forklift and power jack (paid by CRL)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Mechanical experience
- Forklift experience
The hourly pay rate for this position is $17.00. 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.
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 supported the development of 86% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2021.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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 [email protected]. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Job posted: 2024-06-06
