Animal Care Technician II (B35)
Charles River, Bethesda, MD, United States
Job Summary
We are seeking an Animal Care Technician II to join our Insourcing Solutions team located in Bethesda, MD.
As an Animal Care Technician II, you will perform daily animal health observations to maintain the quality and health of research animals in complex and high‑traffic rooms, cubicles, vertical vivarium rooms, and/or a satellite facility.
Responsibilities include:
Perform daily water bottle and cage checks.
Perform cage changing and/or cage cleaning as required.
Provide food and water and record health concerns.
Maintain accurate records of animal breeding, housing, or support areas.
Receive, inspect, and house incoming animals.
Assist with restraint, handling, and manipulation of various animal species.
Participate in breeding and weaning procedures as assigned.
Monitor personnel and equipment entry into various rooms.
Operate required equipment and perform general housekeeping duties.
This position is not currently open. We are accepting applications to build a talent pipeline for future hiring needs. Qualified candidates may be contacted as opportunities become available.
Job Qualifications
High school diploma or general education degree
Minimum one year’s experience performing basic animal care
ALAT eligibility required, ALAT certification preferred
The pay for this position is
$23.50 USD per hour.
We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work-life balance flexibility.
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.
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 to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e‑mail message to 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.
Nearest Major Market: Washington DC
Job Segment: Biology, Biotech, Pharmaceutical, Laboratory, Science, Research
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We are seeking an Animal Care Technician II to join our Insourcing Solutions team located in Bethesda, MD.
As an Animal Care Technician II, you will perform daily animal health observations to maintain the quality and health of research animals in complex and high‑traffic rooms, cubicles, vertical vivarium rooms, and/or a satellite facility.
Responsibilities include:
Perform daily water bottle and cage checks.
Perform cage changing and/or cage cleaning as required.
Provide food and water and record health concerns.
Maintain accurate records of animal breeding, housing, or support areas.
Receive, inspect, and house incoming animals.
Assist with restraint, handling, and manipulation of various animal species.
Participate in breeding and weaning procedures as assigned.
Monitor personnel and equipment entry into various rooms.
Operate required equipment and perform general housekeeping duties.
This position is not currently open. We are accepting applications to build a talent pipeline for future hiring needs. Qualified candidates may be contacted as opportunities become available.
Job Qualifications
High school diploma or general education degree
Minimum one year’s experience performing basic animal care
ALAT eligibility required, ALAT certification preferred
The pay for this position is
$23.50 USD per hour.
We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work-life balance flexibility.
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.
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 to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e‑mail message to 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.
Nearest Major Market: Washington DC
Job Segment: Biology, Biotech, Pharmaceutical, Laboratory, Science, Research
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