Lab Animal Research Associate I — High-Throughput Ops

Allen Institute; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Allen Institute is seeking a Research Associate I for the Lab Animal Services team to execute laboratory tasks in a high-throughput environment, following SOPs and regulatory requirements. The role requires handling mice, tissue collection, and maintaining meticulous records, with opportunities to work cross-functionally and support veterinary and technical services.

Applicants should have a life science degree and strong manual dexterity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a life science or related field.
• 2+ years of related work experience and/or training.
• AALAS certification is a plus.
• Exceptional manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of mouse genetics, anatomy, and behavior.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Intermediate level ability with Microsoft Office, Office 365 and SharePoint.
• Ability to learn other custom software systems (LIMS, LabTracks).
• Experience with creating and maintaining Power Apps and Power Automate.

Responsibilities

• Administration of compounds to mice (iv, ip, sc, po, im, ro, icv).
• Perform euthanasia and tissue collections.
• Unwell animal triage and post-operative care for mice.
• Follow SOPs, work instructions, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and reporting.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Communication

Microsoft Office

Animal handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life science

Tools

LIMS

LabTracks

Power Apps

Power Automate

Job description

The Allen Institute is seeking a Research Associate I for the Lab Animal Services team to execute laboratory tasks in a high-throughput environment, following SOPs and regulatory requirements. The role requires handling mice, tissue collection, and maintaining meticulous records, with opportunities to work cross-functionally and support veterinary and technical services.

Applicants should have a life science degree and strong manual dexterity.