Research Assistant- Pathology (Early Talent)

Schedule

Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:15pm; flexibility to work overtime as needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Trains in basic duties of necropsy and/or basic duties of histology
• Learns applicable anatomic terms and the use of scientific language
• Learns to perform various methods of euthanasia on multiple species according to USDA regulations
• Participates in quality controls and assures correction of errors (including documentation)
• Participate in monitoring and tracking resources (e.g., equipment, rooms, study supplies)
• Utilizes computer programs (forms and procedure generation) and systems (data capture)
• Demonstrates ability to multitask and manage time effectively
• Adapt techniques to new procedures or particular needs as directed
• Learn how to interpret a study protocol
• Understands the need to be open to changes in processes, culture, and workload demands
• Reports all animal care concerns and becomes involved in the resolution and appropriate corrective action, when necessary
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment
• Maintains client confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry OR Associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 months or more of experience with small and large animal dissections
• 6 months or more of experience in animal handling

Additional Job Standards

• Comfortable working in animal research facility
• Comfortable with performing small and large animal necropsy

About the Team: Post Life Services

In this pre-clinical lab-based role you’ll collect, document, and enter data that includes, macroscopic observations at necropsy, tissue collection and histology procedures.

Pay: $23/hr.

This is a future hire position with a future start date. The ideal candidate would be available to start in May 2027 through October 2027. Candidates who have recently completed a degree or will complete a degree within the next academic year may find this opportunity aligns well with their career goals.