Necropsy Technician II

Role Summary

The Necropsy Technician II will engage in necropsy support such as set up, perfusion, prosection, preparation of tissues/organs/samples, tissue trimming, tissue/organ accountabilities, sample management and maintaining necropsy equipment. The Necropsy Technician II will also serve as a mentor to entry level Necropsy Technicians.

Role Responsibilities

• Necropsy study set up including but not limited to data sheet creation, cassette, tube labeling, use of LIMS.
• Use of necropsy equipment including down draft tables, bone saw and balance. Troubleshoot equipment for maintenance and procedures.
• Collaboration with Study Directions on draft protocols, pre-initiation meetings, and other point technician duties.
• Advanced euthanasia including drug administration including, but not limited to, catheter placement.
• Advanced prosection of tissues/organs including DRG, spinal cord, and heart.
• Sample collection including urine, blood, and CSF.
• Necropsy data and book review.
• Standard stocking, inventory, and ordering of specialized necropsy supplies.
• Use and maintenance of advanced necropsy equipment.
• Mentoring and training entry-level necropsy technicians.
• Intubation/extubation, induction of anesthesia, and assessing anesthetic depth.
• Drug calculations and administration including intramuscular and subcutaneous. Preparation of solutions and fixatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Role Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience with High School Diploma/GED or 1 year of experience with undergraduate degree in a related discipline preferred.
• LAT certification preferred. Ability to handle common laboratory species.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office core applications and the ability to learn and use additional applications.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Intermediate understanding of laboratory operations and data collection, knowledge of GLP's and other federal regulations relating to the care and handling of laboratory animals.
• Intermediate understanding of study design and protocols and the ability to efficiently and consistently produce quality tissues/samples to meet protocol endpoints.
• Ability to efficiently and consistently produce quality tissue samples to meet protocol endpoints.

Behavioral Expectations

• Team Player
• Self-Motivation
• Coachability

Special Requirements

• This role works predominately in a laboratory setting. There will be exposure to animal pathogens and chemicals. There will be handling of, and/or exposure to, animal tissues and zoonotic organisms.
• Ability to don and wear personal protective gear, including N95 masks and respirators.
• Physical activity includes lifting (up to 50lbs), carrying (up to 40lbs for up to 50 feet), pushing/pulling (up to 75lbs force), reaching, gripping/pinching, standing and ascending ladders without restriction.
• Ability to spend most of the day standing or walking.
• Ability to work beyond typical work schedule including, but not limited to, evenings, weekends, extended shifts with short notice.