Animal Care Associate (GEMS) - EG
$18/h
Charles River Laboratories20 hours ago
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Summary
Charles River Laboratories is seeking an Animal Care Associate (GEMS) to join their team in Wilmington, MA. The role involves maintaining and monitoring the health, production, and physical environment of laboratory animals.
About the Role
As an Animal Care Associate for the GEMS Breed Group, you will perform entry-level husbandry tasks, maintain rat and mouse colonies, handle rodents, observe animals for health issues, and ensure compliance with animal welfare standards. You will also be responsible for accurate data entry and general housekeeping duties.
About You
Required:
- Entry-level position, no previous experience required.
- Sufficient computer knowledge to use a tablet and Microsoft Applications.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Preferred:
- AALAS certification at the ALAT level or above.
Benefits
- Bonus/incentives based on performance.
- 401K plan.
- Paid time off.
- Stock purchase program.
- Health and wellness coverage.
- Employee and family wellbeing support programs.
- Work-life balance flexibility.
Charles River Laboratories
At Charles River, we are guided by our strong purpose—to create healthier lives—which centers around the patients who rely on the therapeutics we help to develop, the animals in our care, to our planet, and to the passionate and skilled people who are at the heart of our organization and make it all possible. #DrugDiscovery #Biotech #Biotechnology #Pharmaceuticals #CRL
Wilmington, MA