Technician - Clinical Pathology, 2nd Shift

Job Overview

We are seeking a Technician I for our 2nd Shift Clinical Pathology Team in Mattawan, MI. A Technician 1 – Clinical Pathology is in training to perform and become proficient in onboarding skills, procedures, and cooperating in a team environment. The technician is learning basic skills required to conduct a study, which may include biological sample management (labeling, delivery, aliquoting, processing, and verification), cleaning of lab and equipment, preparation, staining, and consolidation of slides.

The technician is working under close supervision to gain proficiency. The pay for this position is $20/hr + 10% shift differential USD. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

• Ensure good welfare and humane care for all animals worked with through gentle, positive human‑animal interactions.
• Train in onboarding skills, including biological sample management (labeling, delivery, aliquoting, processing, and verification), cleaning of lab and equipment, preparation, staining, and consolidation of slides. Specific skills will be based on each area’s training plan and business needs.
• Collect, document, review, and verify data on forms, or in electronic data capture systems.
• Review documentation of functions performed as part of quality control requirements.
• Use and maintain instrumentation and equipment.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.) required. Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent in a biological science, preferred.
• Experience:
  
  No previous experience required.
• Certification/Licensure:
  None, unless required by local government.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of English.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities to achieve goals.
• Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite), commensurate with essential functions, including the ability to learn a validated system.
• Ability to ensure that a safe working environment is maintained by observing all safety procedures and working methods by making proper use of protective clothing and equipment, and by reading, understanding, and following all safety documents issued or notified of.
• Ability to ensure the integrity of the studies and fulfill regulatory agencies’ requirements by performing the activities according to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Business Operating Procedures (BOP) and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) rules.
• Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to evenings, weekends, extended shifts, and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.
• Ability to work under specific time constraints.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without a sponsor visa, now or in the future.

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.

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.