Entry-Level Necropsy & Histology Technician — Training Included

Kelly Services; Newark (DE); Presencial; USD 33.000 - 39.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid holidays and retirement plan

Resumo da vaga

Kelly Services is seeking a Necropsy / Histology Technician in Newark, Delaware to join a laboratory team supporting scientific research. Training will be provided for necropsy and histology, with opportunities to extend or convert the 1-year contract.

The role involves hands-on work with rodents, tissue processing, slide staining, and safety-focused lab practices. Occasional early starts and weekend on-call rotation after training are required.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Animal Science, or a related scientific discipline preferred.
• Basic anatomy coursework or familiarity with animal anatomy preferred.
• Interest in animal research, laboratory science, necropsy, or histology.
• Comfortable working in a vivarium/animal research environment and handling laboratory animals.
• Comfortable with animal euthanasia as part of laboratory responsibilities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to stay focused within established timelines.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and accept constructive feedback.
• Organized, dependable, and able to prioritize tasks in a time-sensitive environment.
• Comfortable working independently while also collaborating with team members.
• Willingness to learn new laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Must be available for occasional early starts and weekend on-call rotation approximately once every eight weeks after training.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with routine and specialized necropsies on laboratory rodents, including rats and mice.
• Prepare the lab, organize supplies, and clean equipment before and after procedures.
• Handle, weigh, label, and prepare tissue samples for laboratory analysis.
• Assist with histology procedures, including tissue processing, slide preparation, and staining as training and experience allow.
• Learn to operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including automated slide staining machines.
• Observe and record animal weights and physical characteristics.
• Assist with the humane euthanasia of laboratory animals.
• Prepare laboratory solutions and reagents and maintain an organized workspace.
• Manage assigned necropsies within established study timelines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Collaborate with team members and provide support with additional laboratory tasks as workload allows.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures, SOPs, and established quality standards.

Conhecimentos

Biology background

Animal science familiarity

Histology interest

Laboratory safety

Detail-oriented

Instruction follow-through

Formação

Bachelor's degree in Biology/Animal Science or related

Ferramentas

Automated slide staining machines

Descrição da vaga

Kelly Services is seeking a Necropsy / Histology Technician in Newark, Delaware to join a laboratory team supporting scientific research. Training will be provided for necropsy and histology, with opportunities to extend or convert the 1-year contract.

The role involves hands-on work with rodents, tissue processing, slide staining, and safety-focused lab practices. Occasional early starts and weekend on-call rotation after training are required.