Summary

Join our team as a Research Technician I and play a key role in supporting preclinical research studies. The Research Technician I collects and records study data with minimal supervision. Responsibilities include handling and restraining laboratory animals, performing clinical observations, collecting samples, monitoring food consumption, supporting animal husbandry activities, and maintaining accurate study records. This position administers test substances using routine techniques and performs study procedures in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), study protocols, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Job description

Job Overview

Join our team as a Research Technician I and play a key role in supporting preclinical research studies. The Research Technician I collects and records study data with minimal supervision. Responsibilities include handling and restraining laboratory animals, performing clinical observations, collecting samples, monitoring food consumption, supporting animal husbandry activities, and maintaining accurate study records. This position administers test substances using routine techniques and performs study procedures in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), study protocols, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Key Responsibilities

Perform in-life study procedures, including animal handling, restraint, identification, body weight collection, dosing, clipping, and related technical activities.
Administer test substances using routine methods, such as oral gavage.
Monitor animal health and well-being through clinical observations and food consumption assessments.
Collect biological samples and accurately record research data in accordance with GLPs, study protocols, and SOPs.
Enter, review, edit, and maintain study data using computerized data collection systems.
Prepare study materials, including labeling collection tubes and setting up study rooms.
Review and maintain study documentation to support quality control requirements.
Read and interpret basic study protocols to perform assigned tasks.
Retrieve and follow SOPs, company policies, and procedural requirements.
Provide husbandry support and care for laboratory animals across species housed at the site.
Maintain clean, organized, and compliant laboratory and animal care areas.
Receive and process incoming animals, including health observations, sexing, and identification.
Under supervision, may serve as the primary technician on routine studies.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Life Sciences, or a related field preferred.
6 months to 1 year of experience in animal research, laboratory animal husbandry, or a related field preferred.
ALAT certification preferred.
Ability to work in a regulated research environment and follow study protocols, SOPs, and company procedures.
Compassionate toward animal welfare and committed to providing high-quality animal care.
Comfortable working in a research setting with laboratory animals and associated occupational health and safety requirements.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to accurate recordkeeping.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively as part of a team.

Benefits

Bonus/Incentives
401K
Paid time off
Stock purchase program
Health and wellness coverage
Employee and family wellbeing support
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.