Laboratory Assistant - Sample Processing

Job Overview

As a Laboratory Assistant for the Sample Processing team located in Senneville
, you will mainly be responsible for sample preparation, retrieving all specimens and transporting them in a timely manner to the laboratory. Your success will ensure the smooth running of our research, as well as the integrity of our pre‑clinical studies.

• Prepares the required material for the study conduct according to information received and keeps a functional inventory of the required material.
• Conducts the preparation and distribution of biological samples.
• Performs filing, archiving, transfer, or disposal of material.
• Prints and labels samples (blood, urine, etc.).
• Retrieves and transports collected samples to the appropriate laboratory.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Passion for science.
• Good attention to detail.
• Able to work physically (lift up to 20 kg, walk, stand, stoop, etc.).

• Location:
  
  22022 route Transcanadienne, Senneville, QC, H9X 1C1.
• Transport:
  Free shuttle service from the Sainte‑Anne‑de‑Bellevue train station, John Abbott College, and from the REM station of l’Anse à l’Orme to the Senneville site; free parking; electric vehicle charging station.
• Salary: $17.50 per hour with primes of:
• Evenings: $2.50.
• Weekend: $2.75.
• Overtime: time and a half.
• Holidays: double time.
• Annual bonus based on performance.
• Schedule:
  
  Weekdays, Monday to Friday; may require overtime or weekend work depending on needs.
• Permanent position as of hiring, full‑time 37.5 hrs per week.

• Competitive benefits and advantages from day one to support your well‑being.
• Employee and family assistance program.
• 3 weeks’ vacation & 5 personal day policy.
• Access to a doctor and various health professionals (telemedicine).
• Excellent welcome program and in‑house advancement and career development opportunities.
• Paid development training.
• Free gym on site.
• Many social activities.

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 to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

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 otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team.