Chemical Formulation Technician

Job Overview

As a Laboratory Technician for our Formulation team located at the Senneville site, you will be responsible for preparing different formulations required for dosing, in solution, suspension or powder mix, for our research teams.

In this role, primary responsibilities include:

• Prepare formulations for dosing, in solution, suspension or powder mix using various techniques while adhering to GLP regulations;
• Operate various computer programs and equipment such as PH meter, homogenizer, balance, osmometer, densimeter and glove box;
• Handle samples in a fume hood using aseptic method;
• Prepare study materials according to protocol.

We are looking for the following minimum qualifications for this role:

• AEC or DEC in Laboratory Sciences;
• Comfortable following strict procedures;
• Motivated, autonomous, and meticulous person;
• Positive attitude and good team spirit.

• Transportation
  :
  We offer a 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
  : 23.50$/hour;
• Annual bonus based on performance;
• Permanent position as of the hiring, full-time 37.5hrs per week;
• Schedule
  :
  • Monday to Friday & 1 weekend out of 2 in rotation;
  • Start time between 6AM and 9AM;
  • Holidays.

• We offer competitive benefits and advantages from day one to support your well-being;
• Free gym on site;
• Employee and family assistance program;
• Excellent welcome program for new employees as well as in-house advancement and career development opportunities;
• Access to a doctor and various health professionals (telemedicine);
• 3 weeks’ Vacation & 5 Personal day policy;
• 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.

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  This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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