DART/Reproductive Animal Research Study Supervisor

120 Altasciences Preclinical Seattle LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Training and Development Programs

Career Growth Opportunities

Free Parking

Job summary

Altasciences, a leading CRO, seeks a Study Supervisor for the Developmental & Reproductive Toxicology (DART) team in Seattle. You will support regulated GLP studies, ensure animal welfare, and oversee procedural and data collection tasks across multiple concurrent studies.

The role requires hands-on experience with gestational reproductive toxicology, attention to SOPs, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with laboratory animals in gestational models and reproductive toxicology procedures.
• Ability to perform rat and rabbit handling and procedural techniques safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of regulatory DART studies for rats and rabbits, including fertility, embryo-fetal development, and pre/postnatal studies.
• Observe animals closely and report changes in health, behavior, appetite, activity, or well-being.
• Perform study procedures according to approved protocols, SOPs, and GLP requirements.
• Collect biological samples including blood and urine.
• Administer test materials and treatments using approved routes and techniques.
• Assist with anesthesia, sedation, catheter placement and other procedures according to timelines.
• Assist with reproductive and developmental endpoint collection.
• Perform fetal collection and assessment, tissue and reproductive organ collection and fixation.
• Train staff on technical procedures on animals including injections, blood draws, catheterization, restraining, anesthesia, tissue collection and fetal assessments.
• Monitor progress of studies during In-Life phases to verify adherence to guidelines.
• Create, review, and revise SOPs relating to animals, procedures, and facility issues.
• Document study procedures and results in study notebooks according to GLP regulations.
• Work closely with Study Directors, Veterinary Services, and Operations teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality and animal welfare.

Skills

Animal handling

GLP compliance

Protocol following

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience with gestational models

Tools

SOP compliance

Aseptic technique

Job description

About The Role

As a leading Contract Research Organization (CRO), we partner with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science companies to advance the development of novel therapeutics. Our Developmental & Reproductive Toxicology (DART) team supports regulatory nonclinical studies that evaluate potential effects on fertility, embryo-fetal development, and pre/postnatal development. We are seeking a Study Supervisor who is passionate about animal welfare, operational excellence, and scientific rigor to support critical studies that help bring life-changing therapies to patients worldwide. The DART Animal Research Study Supervisor provides technical and operational support for regulated DART studies conducted in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) regulations, study protocols, and institutional animal care standards. This position performs specialized animal procedures, reproductive assessments, study observations, biological sample collection, and data recording while ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare and scientific integrity. The successful candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced CRO environment supporting multiple studies, and timelines simultaneously.

What You'll Do Here

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Support the execution of regulatory DART studies for rats and rabbits, including fertility, embryo-fetal development (EFD), and pre/postnatal developmental studies.
• Observe animals closely and report changes in health, behavior, appetite, activity, or overall well-being.
• Perform study procedures according to approved protocols, SOPs, and GLP requirements.
• Collect biological samples including blood and urine.
• Administer test materials and treatments using approved routes and techniques.
• Assist with anesthesia, sedation, catheter placement and other technical procedures according to gestational and developmental timelines.
• Assist with reproductive and developmental endpoint collection.
• Perform fetal collection and assessment, tissue and reproductive organ collection and fixation.
• Other necropsy activities including but not limited to maternal animal necropsy, uterine evaluation, ovarian assessment, visceral examinations, and skeletal evaluations will be performed as required.
• Trains staff on technical procedures on animals including injections, blood draws, collection of urine samples, catheterization, restraining, anesthesia, tissue collection and fetal collections and assessments.
• Monitors progress of studies during the In-Life phases to verify adherence to study guidelines and timelines.
• Creates, reviews, and revises SOPs relating to animals, technical procedures, and facility issues.
• Documents study procedures and results in study notebooks in accordance with GLP regulations.
• Work closely with Study Directors, Veterinary Services, and Operations teams.
• Participate in cross training and ongoing skill development across animal research functions.
• Collaboration and Operational Support Support multiple concurrent studies while meeting critical project timelines.
• Assist in the training and mentoring of new technicians as assigned.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and animal welfare.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with laboratory animals in a research environment specific to gestational animal models and reproductive toxicology procedures.
• Ability to perform rat and rabbit handling and procedural techniques safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to accurately follow written protocols and SOPs.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Key Competencies

• Commitment to animal welfare.
• Data quality and integrity.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication.
• Team collaboration.
• Customer and client focus.

Why Join Our DART Team?

Support studies that directly contribute to global dh. Build a career in one of the most technically specialized areas of nonclinical safety asrug development programs. Work alongside scientists, veterinarians, and toxicologists in a highly collaborative CRO environment. Gain experience in specialized reproductive and developmental toxicology research asessment. This position is ideal for animal research professionals looking to develop expertise in reproductive biology, developmental toxicology, and regulated nonclinical research while supporting a diverse portfolio of pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Altasciences is unable to provide sponsorship, sponsorship transfers, or visa support for this position now or in the future.

What We Offer

The pay range estimated for this position is $28.00–$36.00 per hour. Please note that hourly rates/salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, prior relevant experience, skills, education, certification, location as well as internal equity and market data.

Benefits

• 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, Monday–Friday Telehealth Services
• Training and Development Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities #LI-ES1

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