Trainee Necropsy Scientist – Hands-On Anatomy Training

HAR Labcorp Early Development Laboratories Limited; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Pension

Generous holiday allowance

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Trainee Necropsy Scientist to join our Harrogate, North Yorkshire team. The role involves training to perform basic macroscopic necropsy techniques across a variety of species, with emphasis on precise tissue handling, labeling, and data recording.

Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in science-related subjects and may hold a Biomedical Science or related degree. The position may require some out-of-hours work after training and a physical ability to lift and handle materials.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Science, Biology, Maths and English.
• Degree in Biomedical Science, Forensic or Biological Sciences preferred.
• Home Office licence (if applicable).

Responsibilities

• After training, perform basic routine necropsy techniques on a range of species.
• Develop anatomy skills to identify and trim tissue samples; label and record data accurately.
• Handle animals and perform euthanasia in line with legal requirements.
• Maintain precise labelling and accurate data recording.
• Perform non-routine tasks such as freezing tissues and reagent preparation.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Dissection experience

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Education

GCSEs in Science, Biology, Maths and English

Biomedical Science degree (preferred)

Forensic or Biological Sciences degree (preferred)

Job description

Labcorp is seeking a Trainee Necropsy Scientist to join our Harrogate, North Yorkshire team. The role involves training to perform basic macroscopic necropsy techniques across a variety of species, with emphasis on precise tissue handling, labeling, and data recording.

Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in science-related subjects and may hold a Biomedical Science or related degree. The position may require some out-of-hours work after training and a physical ability to lift and handle materials.