Reproductive DART Animal Research Technician

Altasciences; Everett (WA); On-site; 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

Job summary

Altasciences is seeking an Animal Research Technician to support regulated DART studies in a fast-paced CRO setting. You will perform specialized animal procedures, developmental assessments, and data recording while upholding GLP and welfare standards.

Responsibilities include handling rats and rabbits, sample collection, anesthesia support, and collaboration with Study Directors and Veterinary Services to advance regulatory nonclinical safety programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with laboratory animals in a research environment, specifically 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.

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.
• Work closely with Study Directors, Veterinary Services, and Operations teams.
• Participate in cross training and ongoing skill development across animal research functions.
• 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.

Skills

Animal handling

Attention to detail

Following protocols

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Altasciences is seeking an Animal Research Technician to support regulated DART studies in a fast-paced CRO setting. You will perform specialized animal procedures, developmental assessments, and data recording while upholding GLP and welfare standards.

Responsibilities include handling rats and rabbits, sample collection, anesthesia support, and collaboration with Study Directors and Veterinary Services to advance regulatory nonclinical safety programs.