DART/Reproductive Animal Research Technician

Altasciences; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Altasciences is seeking an Animal Research Technician to support regulated DART studies in rats and rabbits, upholding GLP and animal welfare standards.

You will perform reproductive and developmental assessments, collect samples, assist with anesthesia and necropsy, and help keep studies on schedule in a fast-paced CRO environment with collaboration across Study Directors, Veterinary Services, and Operations teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with laboratory animals in a research setting, particularly gestational models and reproductive toxicology.
• Ability to perform rat and rabbit handling and procedural techniques safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow written protocols and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Support regulatory DART studies for rats and rabbits including fertility and embryo-fetal development.
• Observe animals and report health, behavior, and welfare changes.
• Collect biological samples (blood, urine) and administer test materials.
• Assist with anesthesia, catheter placement, and necropsy-related tasks.
• Coordinate with Study Directors, Veterinary Services, and Operations to meet timelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Written protocols

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About UsAs 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 an Animal Research Technician who is passionate about animal welfare, operational excellence, and scientific rigor to support critical studies that help bring life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.Position SummaryThe Animal Research Technician 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.Essential Job ResponsibilitiesSupport 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 rWork closely with Study Directors, Veterinary Services, and Operations teams.Participate in cross training and ongoing skill development across animal research functions.Collaboration and Operational SupportSupport 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.Required QualificationsHigh 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 CompetenciesCommitment 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 drug development programs.Work alongside scientists, veterinarians, and toxicologists in a highly collaborative CRO environment.Gain experience in specialized reproductive and developmental toxicology research.Build a career in one of the most technically specialized areas of nonclinical safety assessment.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.Work Authorization & SponsorshipApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Altasciences is unable to provide sponsorship, sponsorship transfers, or visa maintenance for this position. All applicants must possess valid work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.What We OfferThe pay range estimated for this position is $22.25–$36.00 per hour rates. 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.BenefitsAltasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work. Altasciences’ benefits package includes:Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k) with Company MatchPaid Vacation and HolidaysPaid Sick LeaveEmployee Assistance ProgramFree ParkingFree Lunch Daily, Monday–FridayTelehealth ServicesTraining and Development ProgramsEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramCareer Growth and Advancement Opportunities#LI-ES1