Pre-clinical Autopsy Technician

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.

**Job Summary**:
**NECROPSY DEPARTMENT**

**What will you be working on?**

The technician primarily euthanizes animals to collect tissue and biological fluid prior to dissection. The technician also cuts and weighs the organs. Other duties include preparation of equipment and chemical regents. Also performs non-standard techniques (PCR collection, OCT, frozen tissue, etc.).

**From the first day**:

- Competitive benefits: we pay 90% of the premiums (medical and dental coverage)
- Access to a savings and retirement program that includes an employer contribution
- Vacation policy and personal days off

**Salary**:

- Necropsy, basic: $19.50 / hour;
- Weekend and Evening: $2.50 bonus;
- After 37.5 hrs: Paid at half time;
- Holiday: Paid at double time;
- Annual bonus based on performance.
- Bonus of $2,000 6 months after hiring.

**Who are we looking for?**

If you want to contribute to the well-being of our communities, not only across the country, but around the world, join the team and **BE THE DIFFERENCE**

**About Safety Assessment**
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 120 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities.