Charles Rivers Laboratories Work Values

Daily Duties at Charles Rivers Laboratories:

Served in progressive leadership and technical positions for animal research laboratory. Hired as lab animal technician and quickly promoted to floor supervisor, followed by facility manager after 12 months. Responsibly for issuing identification cards for animals; maintaining records on breeding cycles, reproduction, behavior, and health status; compiled and prepared statistical reports Maintained data base for financial records and animal research data; developed budgets and monitored expenditures; develops recharge rates according to set guidelines; maintained inventory and ordered supplies; Acted as liaison between vendors and Division of Veterinary Resources; hired, trained, and evaluated staff performance; conducted training for animal care technicians, investigators, and other research staff; consulted with Federal Animal Welfare Act inspectors; supervised animal waste collection and disposal per federal standards; located special sources and negotiated agreements for animals, supplies, and equipment. Supervised over 20 technicians and attendants; improved safety by enforcing the use of personal protective equipment. Ensured compliance to all company policies, standards and operating procedures. Facilitated staff meetings and scheduled safety meetings. Shipped and received animals according to the National Institute of Health guidelines. Operated Edstrom Watchdog System and provided troubleshooting for smart boxes Good working knowledge of: federal animal care regulations and American Association for Accrediting Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC) and National Institute of Health (NIH) guidelines; anatomical and physiological differences of small lab animals; diseases and illnesses common to small lab animals; procedures for diagnostic tests of fecal, blood, and urine samples; administering injections and performing euthanasia and basic sterile surgical procedures on small animals; handling and restraining animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, and rodents; interpreting and applying rules and regulations; analyzing work flow and establishing work schedules and procedures; generating reports from laboratory data and other records.

What they like about Charles Rivers Laboratories:

Working for a company with an emphasis on social values and helping society is a clear and important priority for you - a critical factor in who you choose to work for. In contrast to other factors, you place an organization's reputation for fairness and concern for the community above most other aspects of the company. As you search for a new job opportunity, it is usually possible to find out if the company is involved in the community and/or if it is addressing problems and issues in society. Pay special attention to non-profit organizations and those specifically involved in social action. Moreover, speaking with current and former employees should enlighten you to perceptions of the fairness of the company's leaders and the treatment of employees.

Tags

Variances Analysis, Financial reporting, Trend Analysis , Revenue Projection, Washington DC Metro, Research Program/Facilities management, Human Resources/compensation management, Contract Administrator, Program Manager, Research Facility Manager, Revenue Forecasting, Budget development and Tracking, Leadership Skills, Client Relationship Management, Corporate Recruiting skills, Compensation Analyst, Human Resources Analyst, Change Manager, Human Resources Data Analysis, Team Building Skills, Effective Listening Skills, Negotiation Skills, Excellent Communications Skills, Scope Management, Scope Development, Protocol Development and Administration

Skills

Building and improving client relations, Ability to work in a team environment, Exceptional communication skill, Working knowledge of industry, Effective management and leadership skills, Exceptional reading comprehension skills, Effective negotiation skills, Effective analytical/problem solving skills, Strong Interpersonal relationship skills, Effective time management skills, Commitment to change and personal development, Possesses a strong business acumen, Ability to track contract performance, Enhanced attention to the details of the job

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