Animal Care Associate - Kingston, United States - Charles River Laboratories

Charles River Laboratories

Verified Company

Kingston, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

As an
Animal Care Associate for our production site in
Stone Ridge, NY, you will be responsible for the well-being of our research animals.

Your contribution will ensure the health of our animals, as well as impact the lives of patients across the world.

This is a temporary opportunity with the potential to be hired as a fulltime, employee._

In this role, key responsibilities may include:

Maintaining the quality and health of our animals, including providing their food and water and ensuring their environment is clean.
Receiving, inspecting, and putting away incoming animals.
Performing health observations, administering medications, taking blood samples, and giving injections while respecting protocols.
Other responsibilities, including the restocking of supplies, may be required.

The training and development offered to our entry level Animal Care Associate's is best-in-class and designed to help you succeed.

This is an entry-level position that will allow you to gain experience and begin your career in life sciences.

Job Qualifications:

If you possess the following qualities, we will train you in the rest:

Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Strong attention to detail.
Comfortable working in a fastpaced, everchanging environment.
Enjoys being part of a team.
Local to the area, as this role is onsite.

Role Specific Information:

Location: Stone Ridge, NY

- _* This is a temporary opportunity with the potential to be hired as a full-time, employee*_

Schedule: Monday
Friday 1st shift, some rotating weekends required. Early morning hours are required.
Benefits: 401K participation/Paid Sick Time and Paid Volunteer Time Off

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The hourly pay rate for this position is $17.00. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location._

Job Types:
Full-time, Temporary

Pay:
$17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits: