Animal Research Technician: Hands-On Care & Study Support

Altasciences; Everett (WA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Free Parking

Free Lunch

Daily Telehealth Services

Training and Development Programs

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Career Growth and Advancement Opport.

Job summary

Altasciences in Everett, WA is seeking an Animal Research Technician to work with research animals, observe health and behavior, and assist with daily care and study procedures in GLP‑compliant environments. You will collect samples, support anesthesia after training, record data accurately, and communicate with veterinary and scientific teams.

No prior lab experience required; hands-on animal care experience through FFA/4‑H, clinics, shelters is welcome.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Comfort working directly with animals in a hands-on environment.
• Compassion for animals and a strong commitment to humane care.
• Ability to follow detailed written procedures and safety requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation skills.
• Effective communication, reliability, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Handle and interact with research animals safely, calmly, and humanely.
• Observe animals closely and report changes in health, behavior, appetite, activity, or overall well‑being.
• Support animal husbandry activities, including feeding, watering, sanitation, enrichment, and maintaining clean animal areas, as needed.
• Perform study‑related procedures in accordance with protocols, SOPs, training, and GLP requirements.
• Collect biological samples, including blood and urine, after completing required training.
• Administer test materials and treatments using approved routes and techniques after qualification.
• Assist with anesthesia, sedation, catheter placement, and other technical procedures after training.
• Record animal observations, procedures, and study data accurately and on time.
• Prepare equipment, supplies, and study materials for scheduled procedures.
• Operate research equipment such as infusion pumps, glucometers, thermometers, and other instruments.
• Communicate animal observations and study updates to veterinary, animal care, technical, and scientific teams.
• Participate in cross‑training and ongoing skill development across animal research functions.

Skills

Animal care

Reliability

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Altasciences in Everett, WA is seeking an Animal Research Technician to work with research animals, observe health and behavior, and assist with daily care and study procedures in GLP‑compliant environments. You will collect samples, support anesthesia after training, record data accurately, and communicate with veterinary and scientific teams.

No prior lab experience required; hands-on animal care experience through FFA/4‑H, clinics, shelters is welcome.