Overview

Conservation X Labs is seeking a Program Associate to support the rodenticide alternatives project within their new coexistence program. This role is a one-year term with potential for extension, focused on developing humane and sustainable alternatives to traditional rodenticides.

Key Responsibilities

Develop institutional partnerships for animal testing that align with animal welfare standards.
Identify and liaise with laboratory partners for animal testing components of the Rodenticide Alternatives Prize (RAP).
Collaborate with experts in fertility control, humane rodenticides, gene drives, and related fields to determine technical testing options.
Explore partnerships with rat rescues and animal welfare organizations to minimize euthanasia.
Cultivate private-sector and donor relationships, including outreach to relevant corporate partners.
Craft tailored pitches for diverse audiences to support program objectives.
Serve as CXL’s technical lead on sub-areas related to humane lethal control and other relevant topics.
Assist in planning and executing the Rodenticide Alternatives Big Think—an exclusive stakeholder engagement event—including logistics, invitations, pre-reads, and agenda development.
Contribute to the design, funding, and launch of the RAP.
Support the implementation of the program once it is operational.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in sciences, economics, animal welfare policy, or related fields.
Demonstrated interest in ethics, conservation, or animal welfare.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent communication skills—writing, editing, and presentation.
Curiosity and ability to quickly understand technical fields.
Self-motivated, adaptable, collaborative, and problem-solving mindset.
Master’s degree in relevant fields (Preferred).
Experience with animal testing and welfare considerations (Preferred).
Knowledge of international regulations related to animal research (Preferred).
Creativity in establishing institutional arrangements (Preferred).
Logistics management experience (Preferred).
Ability to interpret scientific literature (Preferred).
Cross-sector experience, including corporate engagement (Preferred).

Benefits

Salary: $64,000 – $80,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
Benefits: Health, vision, dental coverage, and 401(k) matching.

Location

Remote
Requires presence in Washington, D.C. office at least three days per week.
Willingness to travel for fundraising, donor engagement, and stakeholder meetings.