As an Animal Care Clerk for our Toxicology team located in Laval, you will be responsible for the well-being of our laboratory animals. Your contribution will ensure the health of our animals, as well as the integrity of our pre-clinical studies.
In this role, primary responsibilities include:
- Ensure the cleanliness of the living environment of the animals according to the highest standards of welfare in the industry (clean the animal rooms and the cages);
- Assist the Animal Health Technicians in their daily tasks;
- Handle animals with care;
- Participate in the physical/social activities of the animals.
If you possess the following qualifications, we will train you in the rest:
- High school diploma (DES), or completion of Secondary III with at least three (3) years of relevant work experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience;
- AEC in Animal Care is an asset;
- Physically able to work (lift up to 20kg, walk, stand, squat, etc.);
- Able to follow strict and precise instructions/procedures;
- Team player with a collaborative and positive attitude;
- Open-minded and eager to learn in a lab environment.
Please note that upon being hired, you will have to undergo an annual tuberculosis test at the expense of the company.
Role Specific Information:
- Location: 445 Boul. Armand-Frappier, Laval, QC, H7V 4B3;
- Transportation: Free parking. Near the Montmorency Subway. Electric vehicle charging station;
- Salary: $19.00/hr;
- Premiums: Evening ($2.50), Weekend ($2.75), Overtime (Time and a half), Holidays (Double time);
- Annual bonus based on performance plan;
- Schedule: Flexible schedule, you must be available days, evening, and weekends (1/2). Depending on the needs, you may have to do overtime night, and holidays;
- Permanent position as of the hiring, 37.5hrs per week;
- Career progression: If you are interested in progressing and learning more, we can train you to become an Animal Health Technician! Of course, that comes with a pay rise.
Why Charles River ?
- We offer competitive benefits and advantages from day one to support your well-being;
- Paid development training;
- Employee and family assistance program;
- Access to a doctor and various health professionals (telemedicine);
- Guaranteed hours because the research field is in high demand;
- 3 weeks’ Vacation & 5 Personal days;
- Many social activities!
If you are interested in contributing to the well-being of our communities, not only across the country but around the world, please join us. This is Your Moment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Application question(s):
- What is your current status in Canada? (Citizen, Permanent Resident, Work Permit, etc.)
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Work Location: In person
