In Vivo Support AssistantReq ID #: 223094Location:Mattawan, MI, US, 49071For 75 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 SummaryWe are seeking an In Vivo Support Assistant for our Infusion Team at our Safety Assessment site located in Mattawan, MI .An I n Vivo Support Assistant will seek to gain knowledge in the basic equipment and supplies utilized and/or administrative tasks associated with functional area and perform the fundamental skills and procedures of the department training plan. The technician is assigned to work in support of study, performing skills under supervision, which may include inspection, cleaning, preparation, basic repairs to, maintenance of, and tracking usage of specialized study equipment and supplies. Responsibilities may also include tracking of orders, management of departmental inventory, and general administrative support. The technician assists departmental needs by coordinating with other areas to ensure equipment and supplies are available and in good working order for study functions.The pay for this position is $20/hr USD. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.Essential Duties and Responsibilies
Perform basic skills of the department, with little supervision. Skills include tracking of equipment usage and maintenance, equipment inspection, cleaning, preparation, and some basic repairs. Specific skills will be based on each area’s training plan.
Collect, document, review, and verify data on forms, or in electronic data capture systems.
Specific functions include:
Use, track, maintain, and troubleshoot instrumentation and equipment.
Track the delivery of non-stock items in support of the study.
Manage departmental inventory.
Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.) required.
Experience: No experience required.
Certification/Licensure: Non
Demonstrated ability to consistently and effectively produce high quality results and record accurate study and departmental data.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing at all levels inside and outside the organization.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated strong customer service focus
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities to achieve goals.
Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite), commensurate with essential functions, including the ability to learn a validated system.
Ability to ensure that a safe working environment is maintained by observing all safety procedures and working methods by making proper use of protective clothing and equipment, and by reading, understanding, and following all safety documents issued or notified of.
Ability to ensure the integrity of the studies and fulfill the regulatory agencies requirements by performing the activities according to the Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Business Operating Procedures (BOP) and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) rules.
Ability to exercise decision-making under the direction of a technical supervisor.
Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to evenings, weekends, extended shifts, and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.
Ability to work under specific time constraints.
About Safety AssessmentCharles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market. Each year approximately 300 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities.About Charles RiverCharles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of 86% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2021.Equal Employment OpportunityCharles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.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 [email protected] . This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.For more information, please visit www.criver.com.