Animal Research Technician
Ora
Summary
An Animal Research Technician is an entry-level, regular, full-time role responsible for learning and performing foundational animal care and study support tasks including animal handling and animal husbandry within a team environment. An Animal Research Technician performs routine assignments tasks while developing proficiency in departmental procedures, data documentation, and equipment use.
Job description
Job Overview
An Animal Research Technician is an entry-level, regular, full-time role responsible for learning and performing foundational animal care and study support tasks including animal handling and animal husbandry within a team environment. An Animal Research Technician performs routine assignments tasks while developing proficiency in departmental procedures, data documentation, and equipment use.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Ensure good welfare and humane care for all animals through gentle, positive human–animal interactions.
- Perform basic animal husbandry and handling tasks according to training plans and business needs.
- Support daily operational tasks such as animal handling, feeding, watering, and daily room cleaning.
- Collect, document, review, and verify data using approved paper or electronic systems.
- Review completed work for accuracy and completeness in support of quality control requirements.
- Use and maintain instrumentation and equipment according to procedures.
- Escalate process deviations, equipment issues, or data concerns to trainers or supervisors.
- Follow SOPs, BOPs, GLP, and IACUC requirements to maintain study integrity.
- Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Ability to learn and consistently apply department procedures and protocol requirements.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple routine tasks and priorities.
- Computer skills including Microsoft Office and the ability to learn validated systems.
- Ability to recognize quality or compliance issues and seek guidance appropriately.
- Ability to ensure a safe working environment by following all safety procedures and using PPE properly.
- Ability to perform work in compliance with GLP, SOPs, BOPs, and IACUC requirements.
- Ability to work extended or non-standard hours when required.
- Ability to work under specific time constraints.
Workplace Requirements
This position requires lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials and equipment; standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and repetitive hand and arm movements. Team lifting or mechanical assistance is required for loads over 50 lbs. Exposure to animal rooms and operational environments is routine.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Required PPE may include gloves, goggles, lab coat or coveralls, protective sleeves, face shields, respirators, bonnets, booties, safety glasses, dosimeters, and other PPE as required by Environmental Health and Safety Services or animal room entry requirements.
Environmental Factors
Work is performed primarily indoors with exposure to animal-related allergens, biological materials, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, odors, gases, and temperature variations. PPE and safe work practices are in place to mitigate exposure risks.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Ability to learn and consistently apply department procedures and protocol requirements.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple routine tasks and priorities.
- Computer skills including Microsoft Office and the ability to learn validated systems.
- Ability to recognize quality or compliance issues and seek guidance appropriately.
- Ability to ensure a safe working environment by following all safety procedures and using PPE properly.
- Ability to perform work in compliance with GLP, SOPs, BOPs, and IACUC requirements.
- Ability to work extended or non-standard hours when required.
- Ability to work under specific time constraints.
Benefits
- Performance Bonus
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Stock Purchase Program
- Health and Wellness Coverage
- Employee and Family Wellbeing Support Programs
- Work-Life Balance Flexibility
Company overview
Ora is the world's leading full-service ophthalmic drug and device development firm, operating as a specialized contract research organization (CRO) focused exclusively on ophthalmology. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, the company has over 45 years of experience in advancing eye care innovations globally. Ora provides comprehensive research and development services spanning preclinical studies, clinical trials, regulatory strategy, and product development for both pharmaceutical and medical device companies. With operations across the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Asia, the company has helped clients achieve more than 85 product approvals to date. Ora's expertise covers a wide range of ophthalmic conditions including allergy, dry eye, retina diseases, glaucoma, and anti-infective therapies. The company employs over 500 ophthalmology specialists who utilize proprietary clinical models, integrated data solutions, and global regulatory strategies to accelerate product development from concept to market. Ora serves a diverse client base ranging from startups to global pharmaceutical and device companies, positioning itself as the trusted partner for ophthalmic innovation worldwide.