Animal Health Technician

Health & dental coverage

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.

At Charles River, the work you do every day contributes to the development of new medicines and therapies that improve lives around the world. As an In Vivo Technician, you'll play a vital role in supporting scientific research while ensuring the highest standards of animal care and welfare.

• Care for and monitor laboratory animals to ensure their health and well-being.
• Administer test items and medications, including various injection techniques and gavage.
• Collect biological samples such as blood and urine.
• Record study observations and data, including body weight, food consumption, and clinical signs.
• Handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Maintain clean and compliant animal housing environments.
• Contribute to critical pre-clinical research that advances human and animal health.

• A Diploma in Animal Health, Environmental & Wildlife Management, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• A Bachelor's degree in Biology, Animal Science, or a related discipline.
• High school diploma, combined with either 2 to 3 years of experience as a Technical Assistant in a research center or 4 to 5 years of experience as a Technical Assistant in a veterinary clinic.
• Strong observation and problem-solving skills
• A genuine interest in animal welfare and scientific research
• The ability to perform physical work, including lifting up to 20 kg
• The ability to understand written English

Please note that upon being hired, you will have to undergo an annual tuberculosis test covered by the company.

• Competitive starting salary of $23.75/hour
• Evening, weekend, overtime, and holiday premiums
• Annual performance bonus
• Comprehensive benefits from day one
• Health & dental coverage
• Telemedicine access
• Free on-site gym (Senneville & Sherbrooke)
• 3 weeks vacation plus 5 personal days
• Training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities
• Engaging employee events and activities

• Laval: 445 Boul. Armand-Frappier, Laval, QC, H7V 4B3
• Senneville: 22022 route Transcanadienne, Senneville, QC, H9X 1C1
• Sherbrooke:1580 rue Ida-Métivier, Sherbrooke (Fleurimont), QC, J1E 0B5

All locations offer free parking, EV charging stations, and convenient transportation options.

Join a team that's helping bring tomorrow's treatments to life while making a positive impact on the health of communities worldwide.

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.

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