About the Role
To provide high quality and timely processing of pathological specimens through gross examinations, necropsies, tissue trimming and tissue processing as specified in company protocols and SOPs.
What You'll Do Here
Train and become fluent on core SOPs
Necropsy
Organ weighing
Bone marrow smear preparation
Tissue trimming
Decalcification
Use of an Electronic Data Capture System (EDCS)
Heat sealing
Archiving
Quality check (QC) review
PA I will train on becoming a Lead Study Technician (LST)
Reviewing protocols for correctness
Attendance in protocol reviews, pre-necropsy meetings and departmental meetings
Complete study set-up
Maintaining necropsy suites, including other Pathology lab areas
Maintaining instruments and equipment
Maintaining facility records (i.e., fridge/freezer storage records, wet room storage records, equipment use logs)
Assist with chemical management by maintaining stock and working solutions
Assist with waste management
Ordering and stocking
Specialized necropsies and tissue trimming procedures as required by protocols
Fetal reproductive necropsies
What You Need to Succeed
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) preferred; Associates degree or additional work experience acceptable
6 months to 1 year biological science or laboratory related work if B.S. or B.A. degree requirement not met
Working knowledge of anatomic biology
Basic computer skills, MS Office Suite required
Proficiency in English including speaking, reading, and writing
Advanced Math skills specifically that apply to scientific data
Basic bench chemistry
Aptitude for pathology and histology techniques
Strong interpersonal skills
Problem solving skills,
Strong attention to detail
Participation in company On-Call policy
Continual GLP training
Work Authorization & Sponsorship
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Altasciences is unable to provide sponsorship, sponsorship transfers, or visa maintenance for this position. All applicants must possess valid work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship now or in the future
What We Offer
Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.
Altasciences' Benefits Package Includes:
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
Altasciences' Incentive Programs Include:
Training & Development Programs
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Annual Performance Review
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