Biology Job at Charles River Laboratories in the USA
The Molecular Technologist I position at Charles River Laboratories offers an exciting opportunity to work in a GMP-regulated laboratory environment in Newark, Delaware. This is a full-time role in the MALDI Lab. The candidate selected for the Biology Job at Charles River Laboratories in the USA should involve processing microbiology samples using advanced molecular and microbial identification technologies, supporting drug development, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Molecular Technologist I
- Req ID: 232318
- Location: Newark, Delaware, USA
- Shift: 1st Shift (Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm)
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Rate: $22 per hour
- Business Group: Microbial Solutions
About the Company:
At Charles River Laboratories, we are a leading early-stage Contract Research Organization (CRO) supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, government, and academic institutions worldwide. With a workforce of over 20,000 employees across 110 facilities in 20 countries, we are committed to delivering high-quality services in discovery, safety assessment (GLP and non-GLP), clinical laboratory testing, and manufacturing support. Our work has been instrumental in the development of 80% of drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in the last five years. The Microbial Solutions business group is dedicated to providing advanced endotoxin testing, microbial detection, and microbial identification services to meet the evolving needs of our industry.
Educational Requirements for this Job:
- Bachelor’s Degree (B.A./B.S.) or Associate Degree in Biology or related discipline
- 0–2 years of laboratory experience (GMP experience preferred)
- Experience with microbiology culture techniques preferred
Key Responsibilities:
- Process customer samples in accordance with current SOPs in this Biology Job at Charles River Laboratories
- Perform bacterial 16S rDNA and fungal ITS2 sequencing
- Conduct MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry and ribotyping
- Receive, unpack, log, and subculture customer samples
- Aliquot and prepare reagents
- Perform isolation streaks, PCR, sequencing, and mass spectrometry
- Maintain, repair, and clean laboratory equipment in the Molecular Technologist Role
- Operate and maintain the laser cutter
- Ensure GMP compliance and regulatory adherence
- Dispose of microbial cultures and chemicals safely
- As a Molecular Technologist, you should collaborate with technical support to resolve discrepancies
- Suggest process improvements and support special lab projects
- Follow laboratory safety protocols and MSDS requirements in this Biology Job
Skills Required:
- Strong understanding of microbiology culture techniques
- Knowledge of microbiology, agar, and colony morphology
- Familiarity with mixed cultures or mixed samples
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented laboratory
- Understanding of GMP laboratory environments
- Problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills
Benefits of the Biology Job:
- Competitive hourly pay ($22/hour)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Stock purchase program
- Health and wellness coverage
- Employee and family well-being support programs
- Performance-based bonuses/incentives
- Work-life balance flexibility
- Opportunity to contribute to global drug development.
