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Charles River Medical Associates

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Framingham, MA · On-site

$35/hr

Charles River invests in employee learning and development and strives to promote within ... labs and tests are scheduled and completed prior to office visit. * Prepares treatment rooms with ...

Charles River Medical Associates

LPN

Framingham, MA · On-site

$35/hr

Charles River invests in employee learning and development and strives to promote within ... labs and tests are scheduled and completed prior to office visit. * Prepares treatment rooms with ...

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A Charles River Labs job refers to a position at Charles River Laboratories, a global company specializing in preclinical and clinical laboratory services for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries. Employees work in various roles, including research, laboratory sciences, animal care, quality assurance, and corporate functions. These positions support drug development, safety assessments, and biomedical research. Charles River Labs provides opportunities for scientific advancement and career growth in a mission-driven environment focused on improving human and animal health.

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To excel at Charles River Laboratories, candidates typically need expertise in life sciences, animal care, or laboratory research, supported by relevant degrees and industry experience. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and specialized research equipment is essential. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong organizational skills help individuals stand out in this collaborative environment. These abilities ensure the highest standards of quality, compliance, and efficiency in advancing biomedical research initiatives.

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Infographic showing various Charles River Labs job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,928 per year, or $49.5 per hour.

Molecular Technologist I

Charles River Laboratories, Inc.

Newark, DE • On-site

$21 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Charles River Laboratories rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 94 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

22nd of 86 rated pharmaceutical

Job description

For 75 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 Overview

Charles River Labs is seeking a Molecular Technologist for our Microbial Solutions site located Newark, DE.
This position is Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 5:00pm. 


The Molecular Technologist 1 will process customer samples in the microbiology laboratory utilizing the various technology platforms including but not limited to bacterial 16S rDNA and fungal ITS2 sequencing, MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry and ribotyping. Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and GMP compliance.

Roles and Responsibilities:

•    Conduct accurate processing of customer samples in accordance with current SOPs.
•    Receive, unpack, log, and subculture customer samples according to current SOPs.
•    Aliquot and prepare reagents.
•    Perform test streaks for isolation, PCR, sequencing of customer samples and other laboratory processes including but not limited to mass spectrometry and ribotyping.
•    Perform continual maintenance, repair and cleaning of all laboratory equipment.
•    Perform pipette verification.
•    Operate and maintain laser cutter.
•    Provide backup for all laboratory functions when needed.
•    Dispose of microbe cultures, chemicals and glass in proper waste containers.
•    Collaborate with technical support to resolve discrepancies with customer samples.
•    Comply with all aspects of laboratory safety, safety stations, safety manuals, safety SOP, and MSDS sheets.
•    Suggest process improvements.
•    Perform or support special projects in the lab when needed.
•    Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

•    Education: Associates Degree in Microbiology or related discipline required. Bachelors Degree preferred.
•    Experience:  0-2 years related experience in a laboratory setting or academic setting.
•    Other: Must have working knowledge of the Quality System and Laboratory Information System. Must have ability to work in a fast paced and team oriented work environment. Strong attention to detail and accuracy required.

The compensation range for this position is $21- $22  per hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

About Microbial Solutions
Our Microbial Solutions business group has a comprehensive portfolio of endotoxin testing, microbial detection and microbial identification products and services is unlike any other, and has been purposefully designed to meet the complex and ever-changing needs of the industry. We help clients to ensure product safety and quality with easy-to-use yet robust testing solutions that satisfy regulatory requirements, support critical decision making and improve operational efficiencies.


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 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 2019, revenue increased to $2.62 billion.

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 in the last five years.

We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life.  Based on your position these may include:  bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility.

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, or national origin, veteran or disability status.

It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.

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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 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.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Wilmington, MA, US

Year founded

1947

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