Animal Health Technician – Musculoskeletal Research – Toxicology – 2,000$ sign on bonus

Job title: Animal Health Technician – Musculoskeletal Research – Toxicology – 2,000$ sign on bonus

Job description: For 70 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

Animal Health Technician – Musculoskeletal Research – Toxicology

We are looking for an animal health technician who wishes to be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that cares about the well-being of animals. The musculoskeletal research department integrates a multitude of techniques to evaluate the muscular and skeletal system. The implementation of specific procedures as well as the use of state-of-the-art radiological equipment allows for the analysis of toxicological effects during treatments of pathologies affecting these two anatomical components at different growth stages.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer test elements and/or medications to animals (gavage, intramuscular, subcutaneous and intravenous injections) ;
• Understand and manipulate various X-ray equipment in order to produce high quality images.
• Knowledge of muscular and skeletal anatomy and understanding of the biomechanical relationship between them.
• Perform sample collection (urine, blood, cerebrospinal fluid);
• Use specialized equipment (pumps, ECG, BP machine);
• Demonstrate initiative and interest in new work techniques and in working with different animal species;
• Observe, examine and follow up on clinical signs of animals;
• Record the weight of the animals and their food consumption;
• Ensure adequate and accessible food and water supplies for all animals at all times;
• Clean all types of animal housing and accessories;
• Handle animals for any activity that requires it;
• Enter animal data into computer program;
• Read and ensure understanding of study plans prior to the start of each study;
• Understand, adhere to, and follow Standard Organizational Procedures;
• Perform any other reasonable tasks that may be required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• College diploma in animal health, bio-ecology, biotechnology or equivalent, or a Bachelor of Science degree with a specialized profile in the animal field
• Working knowledge of animal health sciences;
• Ability to maintain the regular physical effort required to lift, push and move equipment and animals;
• Ability to read and understand English; Bilingualism is an asset;
• Ability to work in a team environment;
• Ability to manage time efficiently;
• Ability to adapt to change;
• Flexibility to work a variety of hours including weekends, as well as the possibility of overtime evenings and nights as needed;
• Working knowledge of computer applications related to the position.

BENEFITS:

• On-the-job training;
• Possibility of internal advancement according to strengths and interests;
• Competitive benefits – Dental, Medication, Physiotherapy, Psychotherapy, Optometrist, Life Insurance, RRSP/ TFSA participation;
• Uniform provided;
• Free parking ;
• Shuttle available from St-Anne-de-Bellevue train station or John Abbott bus stop to Charles River site;

Salary :
o Basic: $19.50 / hour,
o Weekend and evening : $2.50 bonus
o After 37.5 hrs: Paid at half time
o Holiday: Paid at double time

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