Animal Research Technician

About the Role
Altasciences is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Scientific Services team as an Animal Research Tech. In this entry-level role, you will support the development of human medicine by working directly with various species in the collection of data and assisting in the execution of preclinical studies. You will perform technical procedures, restrain animals, operate laboratory equipment, collect specimens, and data on laboratory animals (mice, rats, rabbits, canines, non-human primates, etc.) as specified in protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and 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. Your contributions will play a vital role in advancing drug development and improving patient outcomes.

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, blood draws (all routes), dose administration (all routes), euthanasia, catheter placement, restraint, enrichment, feeding and food removal

Follow written and verbal instruction: Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), protocols, daily schedules

Record, enter and review raw data, study and facility

Set up for procedures and maintains ancillaries on study animals

Operate selected laboratory equipment (i.e., glucometer, Harvard pump, 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

Review and provide input on the creation and revision of SOPs relating to animals, technical procedures and facility issues

Perform husbandry duties

Cross training in other departments available

What You'll Need to Succeed

High school diploma or equivalent, required; BA/BS in a scientific discipline preferred

Experience working with animals in research or a regulated environment preferred

ALAT certification preferred

Intermediate computer experience including Microsoft Office suite, Project, Info Path and Access

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

Altasciences' Incentive Programs Include:

Training & Development Programs

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Annual Performance Review

This role does not currently offer visa sponsorship.

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