Charles River Laboratories
Research Support Specialist I
Charles River Laboratories, Poolesville, Maryland, United States, 20837
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Job Summary
We are seeking a Research Support Specialist I for our Insourcing Solutions site located in Poolesville, MD.
Responsibilities
Prepare and administer research treatments; collect and record physiological data (weight, temperature, pulse, respiration).
Perform technical procedures as needed associated with the Animal Study Proposals in relation to NHP retroviral, human respiratory and flavivirus studies, including but not limited to blood collection, IV catheterization, intubation, broncho‑alveolar lavage, tracheal and nasal lavages, documented research observations, and administration of research treatments.
Must have a basic understanding of aseptic technique, anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery as well as drug dosage calculations and administration.
Assist Veterinarian & Sr. RSS staff with surgeries and specialized procedures.
Perform daily animal health observations and report any abnormal findings to veterinarian.
Maintain electronic medical records, send daily emails regarding animal health information to vet staff.
Collect, preserve, and prepare blood, urine, stool, and tissue samples.
Participate in study‑related necropsies/tissue harvest.
Set‑up for procedures and prepare supplies and equipment.
Maintain freezer organization and sample inventory.
Practice universal precautions appropriate to different levels of ABSL; work safely with animal/human pathogen biohazards and help maintain a safe work environment.
Report any animal health, care, and well‑being concerns to the appropriate facility management staff.
Qualifications
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. BS degree in Animal Science, Biology, or similar discipline, or A.A. in Veterinary Technology is preferred.
2‑3 years’ experience working with non‑human primates in biomedical research or 2‑3 years Veterinary Hospital technical experience preferred.
Must have computer program proficiency such as MS Word / Access / Excel. Must have a proficient technical vocabulary.
RVT/CVT/LVT or LAT certification preferred.
Compensation The hourly range for this position is between $28/hour and $30/hour, depending on skills, certifications and location.
Location Poolesville, MD.
About Insourcing Solutions Charles River Insourcing Solutions℠ streamlines research by delivering operational and cost efficiencies through the strategic insourcing of GMP, GLP and non‑GLP research services from discovery through safety assessment.
About Charles River Charles River is an early‑stage contract research organization (CRO) with a broad portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both GLP and non‑GLP, supporting clients from target identification through preclinical development.
Equal Employment Opportunity 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 (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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 our Human Resources team by emailing crrecruitment_US@crl.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
For more information, please visit www.criver.com.
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Research Support Specialist I
role at
Charles River Laboratories .
Job Summary
We are seeking a Research Support Specialist I for our Insourcing Solutions site located in Poolesville, MD.
Responsibilities
Prepare and administer research treatments; collect and record physiological data (weight, temperature, pulse, respiration).
Perform technical procedures as needed associated with the Animal Study Proposals in relation to NHP retroviral, human respiratory and flavivirus studies, including but not limited to blood collection, IV catheterization, intubation, broncho‑alveolar lavage, tracheal and nasal lavages, documented research observations, and administration of research treatments.
Must have a basic understanding of aseptic technique, anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery as well as drug dosage calculations and administration.
Assist Veterinarian & Sr. RSS staff with surgeries and specialized procedures.
Perform daily animal health observations and report any abnormal findings to veterinarian.
Maintain electronic medical records, send daily emails regarding animal health information to vet staff.
Collect, preserve, and prepare blood, urine, stool, and tissue samples.
Participate in study‑related necropsies/tissue harvest.
Set‑up for procedures and prepare supplies and equipment.
Maintain freezer organization and sample inventory.
Practice universal precautions appropriate to different levels of ABSL; work safely with animal/human pathogen biohazards and help maintain a safe work environment.
Report any animal health, care, and well‑being concerns to the appropriate facility management staff.
Qualifications
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. BS degree in Animal Science, Biology, or similar discipline, or A.A. in Veterinary Technology is preferred.
2‑3 years’ experience working with non‑human primates in biomedical research or 2‑3 years Veterinary Hospital technical experience preferred.
Must have computer program proficiency such as MS Word / Access / Excel. Must have a proficient technical vocabulary.
RVT/CVT/LVT or LAT certification preferred.
Compensation The hourly range for this position is between $28/hour and $30/hour, depending on skills, certifications and location.
Location Poolesville, MD.
About Insourcing Solutions Charles River Insourcing Solutions℠ streamlines research by delivering operational and cost efficiencies through the strategic insourcing of GMP, GLP and non‑GLP research services from discovery through safety assessment.
About Charles River Charles River is an early‑stage contract research organization (CRO) with a broad portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both GLP and non‑GLP, supporting clients from target identification through preclinical development.
Equal Employment Opportunity 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 (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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 our Human Resources team by emailing crrecruitment_US@crl.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
For more information, please visit www.criver.com.
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