Laboratory Animal Care Specialist

2 days ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada Charles River Laboratories Full time

About the Role

At Charles River Laboratories, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people's lives. As a Laboratory Animal Care Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring the well-being of laboratory animals by maintaining their living spaces clean.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of $17.75 per hour, with an estimated annual salary of $36,850 based on a 40-hour workweek. In addition to your salary, you will also receive:

  • A comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental coverage
  • Paid development training to enhance your skills and knowledge
  • An employee and family assistance program to support your overall well-being
  • Access to a doctor and various health professionals through our telemedicine service
  • Three weeks' vacation and five personal/sick days per year
  • A free on-site gym and cafeteria
  • Many social activities to foster a sense of community

Job Responsibilities

Your primary responsibilities as a Laboratory Animal Care Specialist will include:

  1. Operating and performing daily checks on cage washer machines
  2. Monitoring the use of soap and various needs of the cage washers
  3. Cleaning all types of animal housing and accessories
  4. Performing basic maintenance and minor repairs on cages and accessories

Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following skills and qualifications:

  • Good team player with excellent communication skills
  • Able to work physically, lifting up to 20 kg, walking, standing, stooping, etc.
  • Understanding of written English is mandatory; bilingualism in French and English is preferable

Location and Schedule

You will be based at our facility in Senneville, with a schedule that includes 11-hour shifts from 7:00 am to 6:30 pm. You will alternate between four days on and three days off, and then three days on and four days off. Weekend rotation is three out of four weeks.



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