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Medical Technologist 1
Charles River Laboratories International Inc (CRL)
Ashland, OH, US, 44805
Job Summary
CRL is currently hiring for a Medical Technologist 1 at our Ashland OH location. We are currently offering a sign-on bonus of $6000 ($1k at 90-days, $1k at 6 months, and then $2k at one year and the final $2k at year two). A Medical Technologist I is in training to perform and become proficient in on-boarding skills, procedures, and cooperating in a team environment. The technologist is learning basic skills required to conduct a study, which may include biological sample management including labeling, delivery, aliquoting, processing, analysis, and verification; cleaning of lab and equipment; preparation, staining, and consolidation of slides. The technologist is working under close supervision to gain proficiency.
• Train in on-boarding skills which may include biological sample management including labeling, delivery, aliquoting, processing, analysis, and verification; cleaning of lab and equipment; preparation, staining, and consolidation of slides. Specific skills will be based on each area’s training plan, skill lists and business needs. • Work through all GLP requirements while training and gaining proficiency in Med Tech II core skills and values. • Collect, document, review, and verify data on forms, or in electronic data capture systems. • Review documentation of functions performed as part of quality control requirements. • Calibrate, use, and maintain instrumentation and equipment. • Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
• Education: High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.) preferred. Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent in a biological science, preferred. • Experience: No previous work experience required if accompanied by certification. • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above. • Certification/Licensure: Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Medical Technologist (MT), or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), preferred. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of English. • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities to achieve goals. • Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite), commensurate with essential functions, including the ability to learn a validated system. • Ability to ensure that a safe working environment is maintained by observing all safety procedures and working methods by making proper use of protective clothing and equipment, and by reading, understanding, and following all safety documents issued or notified of. • Ability to ensure the integrity of the studies and fulfill the regulatory agencies requirements by performing the activities according to the Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Business Operating Procedures (BOP) and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) rules.
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 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 crrecruitment_US@crl.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Job posted: 2023-02-21
