Animal Research Technician

Altasciences • Scranton, PA

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About The Position

The Animal Research Technician provides daily care, handling, and procedural support for research animals while ensuring animal welfare and compliance with study protocols and regulatory standards. The role supports preclinical research studies that contribute to the development of medicines and therapies, working with study teams, veterinarians, and research staff across multiple species.

The technician performs animal observations, husbandry and enrichment, sample collection and dosing support, and study data collection. The position also involves assisting during study procedures and anesthetic events, preparing materials, operating laboratory equipment, recognizing and reporting changes in animal health or conditions, and maintaining clean, organized, compliant work areas. Training, certification support, and career advancement opportunities are available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Passion for animal welfare and commitment to providing exceptional care.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Comfort learning new procedures, technologies, and research techniques.
• Positive attitude, adaptability, and willingness to take on new challenges.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Biology, Veterinary Technology, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• Previous animal handling, veterinary, agricultural, zoological, laboratory animal, or research experience.
• ALAT certification or interest in obtaining certification.
• Experience in veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, animal shelters, rescue organizations, zoos, aquariums, livestock or agricultural settings, laboratory animal facilities, or biology, animal science, and life science degree programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine animal observations and monitor health and well-being.
• Provide humane handling, restraint, enrichment, feeding, and husbandry for mice, rats, rabbits, canines, swine, and non-human primates.
• Assist with sample collection, including blood and urine collection, dosing procedures, and catheter support.
• Support veterinary and research staff during study procedures and anesthetic events.
• Collect and accurately record study data in accordance with protocols, SOPs, and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards.
• Operate laboratory equipment and prepare materials for study activities.
• Identify and report changes in animal health, behavior, or environmental conditions.
• Maintain organized, clean, and compliant work areas.
• Collaborate with study directors, supervisors, veterinarians, and research staff to support successful study execution.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k)/RRSP with employer match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Paid sick and bereavement leave.
• Employee assistance and telehealth programs.
• Training and development programs.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Annual performance review.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED