Pharmacology & Discovery Services Research Technician 2 (2nd Shift)

Pharmacology & Discovery Services Research Technician 2 (2nd Shift) Req ID #:  63452 Location: 

Ashland, OH, US, 44805 For 70 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 We are seeking a2nd shift Pharmacology and Discovery Services Research Technician2 for our Safety Assessmment group located in Ashland, Ohio.

Collect and record data with minimal supervision in the performance of studies. Responsible for handling and restraining animals, clinical observations, sample collection, monitoring food consumption, animal husbandry, and performing accurate data collection and reporting. Administer test substances by various basic methods.

The following are theessential dutiesfor the Research Technician2 position. Serve as lead/primary technician for basic and complex in-life studies. Administer test substances by various basic and intermediate methods. Perform in-life technical procedures (e.g., clipping, handling, binding, removals, body weight, dosing). Collect and record research data and biological specimens in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice Regulations (GLPs), study protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Input, print and edit computer entries (e.g., in life numbers, body weights, food consumption and clinical observation). Observe animals for general health and overall well being. Assist with reviewing and updating processes and SOPs as assigned. Prepare and maintain study notebooks and develop basic forms. Document deviations and incidents with supervision. Assist in filing and addressing deviations through memoranda. Read and review routine study type protocols and extract pertinent study information. Assist with review of complex and specialized study type protocols. Review documentation of functions performed as part of quality control requirements. Periodically review data as generated/collected by less experienced technical staff. Retrieve and view SOPs using appropriate database. Use GLPs and SOPs processes and company policies when performing all job functions. Handle, restrain, and provide care for all species of laboratory animals at the site. Perform study preparation activities including collection tube labeling and room setup as needed. Maintain clean work areas (e.g. laboratory area, primary enclosures, animal exam areas). Receive animals (e.g., general health observation, sexing and identification) of all species, if applicable for the site. Perform all other related duties as assigned.

The following are the minimum requirements for the Research Technician2 position. Education Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in animal or life sciences or related discipline. Experience: 1-3 years experience in animal research and/or husbandry; multi-species experience preferred or must have fully satisfied technical and experience requirements for the previous level. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

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 120 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 14,000 employees within 80 facilities in 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. And in 2018, revenue increased by 22% to $2.27 billion from $1.86 billion in 2017.

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 ~85% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2018.

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vet

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