Laboratory Animal Care Specialist

4 weeks ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada Charles River Laboratories Full time $19

For over seven decades, Charles River Laboratories has united its workforce to facilitate the discovery, development, and secure production of innovative pharmaceutical therapies.

Joining our team means you will play a vital role in enhancing the health and welfare of individuals worldwide.

Your expertise, whether in life sciences, finance, IT, sales, or other fields, will be instrumental in our mission.

In exchange, we are committed to helping you cultivate a fulfilling career.
Animal Care Specialist - No Prior Experience Required

As an Animal Care Specialist within our Toxicology division, you will be entrusted with the care and welfare of our laboratory animals.

Your efforts will contribute to the health of our animals and the reliability of our preclinical research.

If you have always aspired to work with animals in a company dedicated to drug research aimed at saving lives, we have an exciting opportunity for you. We are currently seeking a full-time Animal Care Specialist.

No previous experience is necessary, as our outstanding training team will provide you with comprehensive instruction.

Responsibilities include:
- Maintaining cleanliness in animal housing areas;
- Sanitizing animal enclosures;
- Safely handling animals.
A passion for animals is essential.
A High School Diploma (DES) is required; an AEP in Animal Care is a plus.

Please be aware that upon hiring, you will be required to undergo an annual tuberculosis screening at the company's expense.


Compensation: $50 per hour with additional incentives:

Weekend: $2 premium.

Overtime: Time and a half;

Holidays: Double time;

Full-time regular schedules primarily during the day, with weekend rotations and holiday shifts, including overtime during evenings and nights as necessary;

~ Transportation:

We provide a complimentary shuttle service from local transit stations to our facility.

If you prefer to drive, free parking is available.

~ For those interested in career advancement, we offer training to become an Animal Technician. Enjoy competitive health and dental benefits from day one, access to an on-site gym, and a cafeteria for your convenience.
~ Guaranteed hours due to the high demand in the research sector;
~ Numerous social events.


If you are eager to contribute to the welfare of communities both nationally and globally, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Charles River Laboratories is dedicated to expediting our partners' preclinical drug development through exceptional safety assessment services, cutting-edge facilities, and expert regulatory guidance.

From specialized toxicology studies to comprehensive laboratory support, our experienced team is equipped to design and implement programs that anticipate challenges and streamline the path to market.

Each year, we conduct numerous investigational new drug (IND) programs in our Safety Assessment facilities.

As an early-stage contract research organization (CRO), we have expanded our foundation in laboratory animal medicine and science to offer a diverse range of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, supporting clients from target identification through preclinical development.

Our extensive portfolio of products and services enables clients to adopt a more flexible drug development model, reducing costs and enhancing productivity to accelerate time to market.

With a workforce of over 20,000 across 110 facilities in more than 20 countries, we are strategically positioned to leverage global resources and multidisciplinary perspectives to address our clients' unique challenges.

Our clientele includes leading pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, government entities, and academic institutions worldwide.

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals.

Our mission, commitment to scientific excellence, and strong sense of purpose guide our daily efforts, knowing that our work contributes to the health and well-being of many around the globe.

Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer, ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.



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