Research Laboratory Technician 2 - Position includes a $1,000 sign on bonus

Research Laboratory Technician 2 - Position includes a $1,000 sign on bonus Req ID #:  140731 Location: 

Cambridge, MA, US, 02142 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.

IMPORTANT:   In order to be considered for this position, a resume/CV must be uploaded and submitted during the application process.  Please make sure work history and education are added correctly. Job Summary We are  seeking a Research Laboratory Technician 2, for Insourcing Solutions client in Cambridge, MA. Position includes a $1,000 sign on bonus.

The Research Study Technician 2 (Consultant Biologist)  will possess expertise in rodent dorsal root ganglia (DRG) collection, cell culture and in vitro assays. The primary responsibility for this position will be to support rodent DRG collection, cell culture and the development of in vitro assay protocols. The preferred candidate would have hands-on experience with animal handling and culturing neural cell types.

The essential duties for the Research Laboratory Technician 2 are :  

  Perform primary Dorsal Root Ganglia (DRG) isolation and primary neuronal culture Support the development of in vitro differentiation procedures and the maintenance of iPSC-derived cell types Perform routine cell culture for mammalian cell lines Support cell and molecular biology workflows including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/RT-PCR/qPCR, viability/cytotoxicity assays, cell staining/immunostaining and imaging Support general laboratory maintenance including laboratory equipment and chemical inventory Maintain accurate and timely reports, document procedures and results in compliance with Electronic Lab Notebook guidelines Job Qualifications  

•    Education: Bachelor degree in a relevant scientific discipline (Biology, Animal Science, Chemistry). Masters preferred

•    Experience:  2 to 3 years related technical experience in a Pharmaceutical, Biotech or Contract Research Organization laboratory environment

•    An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above

•    Certification/Licensure: None

•    Other:  

•    Experience with animal handling

•    Experience in routine cell culture techniques and ability to operate typical laboratory equipment (specifically pipettes, spectrophotometer, centrifuges, microscopes and other laboratory equipment) is preferred

•    Experience with primary Dorsal Root Ganglia (DRG) isolation, rodent primary neuronal culture and with in vitro iPSC differentiation is strongly preferred

•    Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Attention to detail and accuracy is a must. Employee must have the ability to communicate effectively in a small group or one-on-one setting. Basic Microsoft skills are required (for example, Word and Excel). Familiarity with LIMS and/or lab automation is a plus.

IMPORTANT: A resume is required to be considered for this position. If you have not uploaded your resume in your candidate profile, please return to upload field and attach your resume/CV. 

Vaccine Mandate

Charles River is a U.S. Federal Contractor.  As a result, we must follow the Presidential Executive Order to mandate vaccinations, and ensure our employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by December 8, 2021.  Our main priority is the wellbeing, health, and safety of our people. We will be requiring proof of vaccination from all employees. 

Anyone with requests for disability-related and/or religious exemptions should contact Talent Acquisition (crrecruitment_US@crl.com) so that information can be provided about the accommodation process at Charles River.

About Insourcing Solutions

Charles River Insourcing Solutions℠ can streamline research by delivering operational and cost efficiencies through the strategic insourcing of GMP, GLP and non-GLP research services from discovery through safety assessment. Insourcing Solutions℠ provides you with the ability to maintain control of your facility and expertise while leveraging available space.

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 18,000 employees within 100 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 >80% of the drugs approved by the FDA for the past 3 years.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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

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.

For more information, please visit www.criver.com.

Nearest Major Market: Cambridge

Nearest Secondary Market: Boston

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