Research Associate, Scientific Services

Altasciences; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave

Employee Assistance & Telehealth

Job summary

Altasciences is seeking a Research Associate to perform procedures on laboratory animals, collect data, and support study directors in GLP-compliant environments. You’ll handle tasks such as blood draws, dosing, and euthanasia while ensuring accurate data recording and SOP adherence.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with a BS/BA in a scientific field preferred, and 0–1 related experience. Proficiency with MS Office and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• MS Office proficiency and adaptability to new software.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform procedures on study and stock animals following SOPs and protocols.
• Assist with blood draws, catheter placement, dose administration, and euthanasia.
• Record, enter and review raw data for studies.
• Set up for procedures and maintain ancillaries on study animals.
• Operate laboratory equipment such as glucometers and thermometers.
• Monitor and report changes in animal health and room conditions to the team.

Skills

MS Office

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Communication

Change management

Team collaboration

ALAT certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

Job description

About The Role

As a Research Associate (RA), you’ll perform technical procedures, restrain animals, operate laboratory equipment, collect specimens, and collects data on laboratory animals (canines, mice, rabbits, rats, non-human primates, swine, etc.) as specified in Protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in compliance with GLP standards. Support Study Supervisor(s) and Study Director(s) by performing and assisting with sample and data collection on research studies.

What You’ll Do Here

• Follow SOPs and Protocols to perform procedures on study and stock animals, including, but not limited to: clinical observations, food consumptions, body weights, urine collection, administering injectable anesthesia, mating procedures, restraint, enrichment, and feeding and food removal.
• Assist with blood draws, catheter placement, dose administration, and euthanasia.
• Follow written and verbal instruction: Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Protocols, Daily Schedules.
• Record, enters and reviews raw data, study and facility.
• Sets up for procedures and maintains ancillaries on study animals.
• Operate selected laboratory equipment (i.e., glucometer, digital thermometer).
• Monitor and report changes in animal behavior or health, and problems with animal rooms (e.g., caging, lights, and temperature) to all appropriate personnel.
• Maintain general cleanliness and organization of work areas.
• Monitor and report study changes to Study Director and all appropriate personnel.
• Obtain animal information (tattoo, sex, ear tag, ear notch, etc), recognizes animal behavior health status, and reports to appropriate personnel.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• High School Diploma and/or GED required; BS/BA in a scientific discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 0-1 of related experience.
• Knowledge of MS Office suite and the ability to adapt easily to new software programs.
• Ability to work cross functionally on process improvements.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and maintain organization in a fast paced, changing environment.
• Ability to manage change and can readily adapt to new projects.
• Positive attitude toward work and co-workers.
• Being comfortable communicating with all levels of management and employees.
• Able to identify and resolve problems as they are encountered.
• ALAT certification preferred.

Work Authorization & Sponsorship:

Applicants 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 Offer

Altasciences 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:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
• Telework when applicable.

Altasciences’ Incentive Programs Include:

• Training & Development Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

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