... Lab Animal Behavioral Technician I (Habituation Technician) to join our Veterinary Services team. In this role, you will support animal behavioral management programs by assisting with acclimation ...
... Lab Animal Behavioral Technician I (Habituation Technician) to join our Veterinary Services team. In this role, you will support animal behavioral management programs by assisting with acclimation ...
BFT CCM BFT Summer Undergraduate Internship: RESEARCH ANIMAL SPECIALIST
$17.50 - $23.44/hr
Under the guidance of CCM Managers, Veterinarians and Team Leads, Interns will work alongside ... Potential exposure to noise, dust, animal byproducts, and chemicals associated with lab animal care.
BFT CCM BFT Summer Undergraduate Internship: RESEARCH ANIMAL SPECIALIST
$17.50 - $23.44/hr
Under the guidance of CCM Managers, Veterinarians and Team Leads, Interns will work alongside ... Potential exposure to noise, dust, animal byproducts, and chemicals associated with lab animal care.
BFT CCM BFT Summer Undergraduate Internship: RESEARCH ANIMAL SPECIALIST
Somerville, MA · On-site
$17.50 - $23.44/hr
Under the guidance of CCM Managers, Veterinarians and Team Leads, Interns will work alongside ... Potential exposure to noise, dust, animal byproducts, and chemicals associated with lab animal care.
BFT CCM BFT Summer Undergraduate Internship: RESEARCH ANIMAL SPECIALIST
Somerville, MA · On-site
$17.50 - $23.44/hr
Under the guidance of CCM Managers, Veterinarians and Team Leads, Interns will work alongside ... Potential exposure to noise, dust, animal byproducts, and chemicals associated with lab animal care.
Research Technician Chouchani lab
Boston, MA · On-site
$47K - $51K/yr
... animal (laboratory mouse) colony, including weaning, tail biopsies, DNA preparation and genotyping by PCR. * Placing orders for the purchase of lab consumables. * General lab management (meaning keep ...
Research Technician Chouchani lab
Boston, MA · On-site
$47K - $51K/yr
... animal (laboratory mouse) colony, including weaning, tail biopsies, DNA preparation and genotyping by PCR. * Placing orders for the purchase of lab consumables. * General lab management (meaning keep ...
Comparative Medicine Trainer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$23 - $28.95/hr
Manage training colonies and maintain animal and training records. * Collaborate with research ... Experience in pharmaceutical industry and/or lab animal training is advantageous. * Ability to work ...
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Comparative Medicine Trainer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$23 - $28.95/hr
Manage training colonies and maintain animal and training records. * Collaborate with research ... Experience in pharmaceutical industry and/or lab animal training is advantageous. * Ability to work ...
Waldor and his team, based at Brigham and Women's Hospital develop animal models and integrate ... The Lab Manager will also have the opportunity to have a primary role in research projects. What we ...
Waldor and his team, based at Brigham and Women's Hospital develop animal models and integrate ... The Lab Manager will also have the opportunity to have a primary role in research projects. What we ...
Waldor and his team, based at Brigham and Women's Hospital develop animal models and integrate ... The Lab Manager will also have the opportunity to have a primary role in research projects. What we ...
Waldor and his team, based at Brigham and Women's Hospital develop animal models and integrate ... The Lab Manager will also have the opportunity to have a primary role in research projects. What we ...
Research Lab Manager
Boston, MA · On-site
Responsible for writing and maintaining animal protocols and ensuring compliance of federal ... lab spending in check by communicating with grants manager on spending levels, patterns and future ...
Research Lab Manager
Boston, MA · On-site
Responsible for writing and maintaining animal protocols and ensuring compliance of federal ... lab spending in check by communicating with grants manager on spending levels, patterns and future ...
Research Lab Manager
Boston, MA · On-site
Responsible for writing and maintaining animal protocols and ensuring compliance of federal ... lab spending in check by communicating with grants manager on spending levels, patterns and future ...
Research Lab Manager
Boston, MA · On-site
Responsible for writing and maintaining animal protocols and ensuring compliance of federal ... lab spending in check by communicating with grants manager on spending levels, patterns and future ...
Research Lab Manager
Boston, MA · On-site
$55/hr
Responsible for writing and maintaining animal protocols and ensuring compliance of federal ... lab spending in check by communicating with grants manager on spending levels, patterns and future ...
Research Lab Manager
Boston, MA · On-site
$55/hr
Responsible for writing and maintaining animal protocols and ensuring compliance of federal ... lab spending in check by communicating with grants manager on spending levels, patterns and future ...
Research Lab Manager
Boston, MA · On-site
$70 - $90/hr
Responsible for writing and maintaining animal protocols and ensuring compliance of federal ... lab spending in check by communicating with grants manager on spending levels, patterns and future ...
Research Lab Manager
Boston, MA · On-site
$70 - $90/hr
Responsible for writing and maintaining animal protocols and ensuring compliance of federal ... lab spending in check by communicating with grants manager on spending levels, patterns and future ...
Laboratory Manager- Waldor Lab
Boston, MA · On-site
$78.32 - $97.90/hr
Waldor and his team, based at Brigham and Women\'s Hospital develop animal models and integrate ... More information about the lab and their work can be found by visiting What we provide * A ...
Laboratory Manager- Waldor Lab
Boston, MA · On-site
$78.32 - $97.90/hr
Waldor and his team, based at Brigham and Women\'s Hospital develop animal models and integrate ... More information about the lab and their work can be found by visiting What we provide * A ...
Whether you are in lab operations, finance, IT, sales, or another area, when you work at Charles ... Excellent organization skills with minimal supervision enabling effective management of multiple ...
Whether you are in lab operations, finance, IT, sales, or another area, when you work at Charles ... Excellent organization skills with minimal supervision enabling effective management of multiple ...
Lead Research and Animal Care Technician - Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging
Boston, MA · On-site
$30.65 - $42.30/hr
In addition, the CBU houses, operates, and manages the HNRCA rodent behavior and in vivo imaging ... lab animals when delegated by Associate Director of the CBU. This position reports to and works ...
Lead Research and Animal Care Technician - Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging
Boston, MA · On-site
$30.65 - $42.30/hr
In addition, the CBU houses, operates, and manages the HNRCA rodent behavior and in vivo imaging ... lab animals when delegated by Associate Director of the CBU. This position reports to and works ...
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Technical support (Lab)
Wilmington, MA · On-site
$22 - $24/hr
Prepare cage tags and individual animal number tags; prepare and autoclave cages. Prepare data ... managers and technical staff in planning and conduct of studies. Assist in planning and ...
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Technical support (Lab)
Wilmington, MA · On-site
$22 - $24/hr
Prepare cage tags and individual animal number tags; prepare and autoclave cages. Prepare data ... managers and technical staff in planning and conduct of studies. Assist in planning and ...
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Lab Operations Associate
Waltham, MA · On-site
Provide day-to-day support to ensure a smooth and efficient operation of the laboratories and animal facility. * Manage several laboratory operations, equipment and device maintenance, lab safety ...
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Lab Operations Associate
Waltham, MA · On-site
Provide day-to-day support to ensure a smooth and efficient operation of the laboratories and animal facility. * Manage several laboratory operations, equipment and device maintenance, lab safety ...
Lab Operations Associate
Waltham, MA · On-site
Provide day-to-day support to ensure a smooth and efficient operation of the laboratories and animal facility. * Manage several laboratory operations, equipment and device maintenance, lab safety ...
Lab Operations Associate
Waltham, MA · On-site
Provide day-to-day support to ensure a smooth and efficient operation of the laboratories and animal facility. * Manage several laboratory operations, equipment and device maintenance, lab safety ...
Lab Operations Associate
Waltham, MA · On-site
Provide day-to-day support to ensure a smooth and efficient operation of the laboratories and animal facility. * Manage several laboratory operations, equipment and device maintenance, lab safety ...
Lab Operations Associate
Waltham, MA · On-site
Provide day-to-day support to ensure a smooth and efficient operation of the laboratories and animal facility. * Manage several laboratory operations, equipment and device maintenance, lab safety ...
Lab Manager RESEARCH NEUROLOGY VK
Boston, MA · On-site
$78.94 - $126.40/hr
Responsible for managing the lab personnel and the overall functioning of the research operation ... Reviews, edits, and maintains animal use, biosafety, and regulatory protocols and amendments.
Lab Manager RESEARCH NEUROLOGY VK
Boston, MA · On-site
$78.94 - $126.40/hr
Responsible for managing the lab personnel and the overall functioning of the research operation ... Reviews, edits, and maintains animal use, biosafety, and regulatory protocols and amendments.
Lab Manager RESEARCH NEUROLOGY VK
Boston, MA · On-site
$78K - $126K/yr
Responsible for managing the lab personnel and the overall functioning of the research operation ... and animal transfers. - Synthesizes, interprets, and communicates experimental findings and ...
Lab Manager RESEARCH NEUROLOGY VK
Boston, MA · On-site
$78K - $126K/yr
Responsible for managing the lab personnel and the overall functioning of the research operation ... and animal transfers. - Synthesizes, interprets, and communicates experimental findings and ...
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$21/hr
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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.
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Lab Animal Behavioral Technician I (Habituation Technician) to join our Veterinary Services team. In this role, you will support animal behavioral management programs by assisting with acclimation, enrichment, and conditioning activities that help prepare animals for study procedures. This position is ideal for individuals with animal care, husbandry, veterinary, or life sciences experience who are passionate about promoting animal welfare and providing high-quality care.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm (or 8:00am-4:30pm)
Job Type: Full-Time
The pay rate for this position is $21/hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle animals and assist with acclimation programs that prepare animals for study procedures.
- Support behavioral management initiatives through basic operant conditioning techniques.
- Maintain, track, and review data related to acclimation and enrichment programs.
- Maintain accurate documentation and records related to behavioral management programs.
- Receive, label, store, and organize food and enrichment supplies.
- Assist with food preparation and enrichment inventory management.
- Provide appropriate environmental and social enrichment opportunities for animals.
- Build, maintain, and evaluate enrichment devices.
- Collaborate with veterinary, animal care, and other laboratory medicine teams to ensure animal welfare standards are met.
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or GED plus 1 year of relevant experience, or
- Associate degree in Animal Science, Life Sciences, or a related field.
- Experience working with animals in a research, husbandry, veterinary, shelter, kennel, or similar environment.
- Ability to safely handle common laboratory animal species.
- Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills.
Preferred:
- Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.
- Multi-species animal care experience.
- AALAS ALAT certification.
- Knowledge of laboratory animal care standards, protocols, and regulatory requirements.
Physical Requirements
This position is based in a research and animal care environment. Employees may work around laboratory equipment, animal allergens, biological materials, and varying noise levels. Safety equipment and training are provided.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
- Ability to push wheeled carts weighing up to 1,200 lbs.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout an 8-hour shift.
- Comfortable working in animal care and research environments.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
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 worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past 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 is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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