Histology Technician

at  Charles River Laboratories

Req ID #: 223649
Laval, QC, CA
Full time
For 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 SUMMARY

As a Histology Technician for our team located in Laval, you will mainly be responsible to prepare tissues for microscopic analysis. Your success will ensure the smooth running of our research, as well as the integrity of our pre-clinical studies.

In this role, primary responsibilities include:

• Perform histology activities such as: trimming, decalcification, processing, embedding, cutting, scanning, and staining
• Prepare necessary material requested by procedures
• Operate necessary laboratory equipment
• Prepare chemical reagents
• Prepare shipment and packing of specimens

KEY ELEMENTS

We are looking for the following minimum qualifications for this role:

• Collegial Diploma in Science, Biotechnology, or any other related field
• Able to demonstrate a high level of attention to details
• Able to work physically (lift up to 20 kg, walk, stand, stoop, etc.)
• Understanding of written English is mandatory. Bilingualism French and English is preferable.

ROLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION:

• Location: Laval / Free parking / Near the subway Montmorency
• Salary: Starting at $20/hrs
• Annual bonus based on performance plan
• Flexible schedule, depending on the needs you must be available to work during days, evening, weekends, and holidays. Regular working hours are 8 am to 6:15 pm, but may be subject to change depending on current studies
• Permanent position as of the hiring, full-time 37.5hrs per week

In this role, primary responsibilities include:

• Perform histology activities such as: trimming, decalcification, processing, embedding, cutting, scanning, and staining
• Prepare necessary material requested by procedures
• Operate necessary laboratory equipment
• Prepare chemical reagents
• Prepare shipment and packing of specimen

We are looking for the following minimum qualifications for this role:

• Collegial Diploma in Science, Biotechnology, or any other related field
• Able to demonstrate a high level of attention to details
• Able to work physically (lift up to 20 kg, walk, stand, stoop, etc.)
• Understanding of written English is mandatory. Bilingualism French and English is preferable