Trainee Necropsy Scientist

Laboratory Corporation; Eye; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Trainee Necropsy Scientist in Eye, UK to perform necropsy techniques and assist in various laboratory functions. The role offers industry-leading training and development opportunities in a global life sciences environment. Ideal candidates will have a biology background or GCSEs and a passion for science.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefits package including health cover

Career development supported by a global team

Qualifications

• Degree in biology or GCSEs in relevant subjects preferred but not mandatory.
• Preference for candidates with an interest in anatomy and dissection.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine macroscopic necropsy techniques for all species.
• Conduct euthanasia procedures in accordance with legal requirements.
• Prepare reagents and process samples for examinations.

Skills

Interest in science

Knowledge of anatomy

Education

Degree in biology-related subject

GCSEs in relevant subjects

Job description

Have you recently finished college/university and are looking to kickstart your career?

Do you want industry-leading training with long-term career progression?

Do you have an interest in anatomy?

Do you want a job that makes an impact on improving lives and health?

Labcorp is a leading global life sciences company providing contract research and development services to the pharmaceutical, medical technology, crop protection, and chemical industries.

As a Trainee Necropsy Scientist based in Eye, Suffolk, your role will mainly be within our Necropsy department. Your main responsibilities will include:

1. Performing routine macroscopic necropsy techniques for all species, including trimming and retaining organs.
2. Performing caesarean necropsy techniques and fetal examinations.
3. Performing non-routine tasks such as tissue freezing.
4. Preparing reagents and processing samples for skeletal examinations.
5. Handling animals and conducting euthanasia procedures in accordance with legal requirements.
6. Routine analysis of sperm and operation of computer-aided sperm analyzers.

There may be opportunities to cross-train in other related departments, including histology.

If you are looking for a role with first-class training and opportunities for development and progression, we would like to hear from you!

What Labcorp can offer you:

• Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including health cover and contributory pension.
• Unrivalled opportunities to develop a successful career in the scientific industry.
• Career development supported by a global team, with mentoring, training, and personalized development planning.

Education:

• Ideally, you will have a degree in a biology-related subject, but this can be substituted with GCSEs and a passion for science.

Experience:

• No necropsy experience necessary as full training will be provided; however, an interest in science is preferred.
• Experience in anatomy and dissection is beneficial.

Note: Due to the remote location of this site, there are no public transport links available.

Labcorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

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