Animal Care Associate (EG)
Charles River Laboratories · Kingston, NY · 2 mo ago
OTHR$17.75/hrFull-time
About the role
As an Animal Care Associate for our production site in Stone Ridge, NY, you will be responsible for the well-being of our research animals. Your contribution will ensure the health of our animals, as well as impact the lives of patients across the world.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine animal husbandry duties and monitor daily health and welfare to maintain quality and health of animals.
- Handle, transfer, and distribute animals, supplies and waste as needed to and from work area(s).
- Maintain recordkeeping pertaining to animal or supply area inventories.
- Strictly follow all procedures necessary to maintain the barrier room barrier.
- Use supplies according to safety guidelines. Perform all job-related duties in accordance with company safety procedures.
- Colony Management
Requirements
- Minimum Qualifications: No experience required. On the job training will be provided.
- Location: Stone Ridge, NY
- Schedule: Monday – Friday – 1st shift, some rotating weekends required. Early morning hours.
- Benefits: 401K participation/Paid Sick Time and Paid Volunteer Time Off
Qualifications
- Minimum Qualifications: No experience required. On the job training will be provided.
- Role Specific Information:
- This is a temporary opportunity with the potential to be hired as a full-time, employee*
- Up to $500 sign on bonus (CRL employees not eligible)
Skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic understanding of animal care and husbandry practices
Benefits
- 401K participation
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
Pay
The hourly pay rate for this position is $17.75.
Schedule
This is a temporary opportunity with the potential to be hired as a full-time, employee*
Benefits
- 401K participation
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Volunteer Time Off