Necropsy Technician I

Role Summary

The Necropsy Technician I will be engaged in necropsy support such as set up, perfusion, prosection, preparation of tissues/organs/samples, tissue trimming, tissue/organ accountabilities and maintaining necropsy equipment. The Necropsy Technician I will also be involved in assisting with sample management.  

Role Responsibilities

• Basic perfusion and prosection of tissues and organs. Tissue accountability, trimming, and weighing.
• Sample Management
• Necropsy study set up including but not limited to data sheet creation, cassette, and tube labeling.  
• Use of Necropsy equipment including down draft tables, bone saw, and balance.
• Basic euthanasia
• Basic sample collection 
• Waste management and laboratory maintenance. 
• Data collection 
• Stocking standard necropsy supplies.
• Preparation of solutions and fixatives. 
• Assist with necropsy data review.
• Intubation/extubation, induction of anesthesia, and assessing anesthetic depth. 
• Drug calculations and administration including intramuscular and subcutaneous. 
• Introduction to point technician duties. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Role Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required. Undergraduate Degree in animal or life sciences preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year experience with High School Diploma/GED or 6 months of experience with undergraduate degree preferred.
• ALAT certification preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office core applications and the ability to learn and use additional applications.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Basic understanding of laboratory operations and data collection, knowledge of GLP’s and other federal regulations relating to the care and handling of laboratory animals.
• Basic understanding of study design and protocols.

Behavioral Expectations

• Coachability
• Self-Motivation
• Adaptability/Flexibility

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 including 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 ladder 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.