Histology & Necropsy Lab Technician — 1-Year Contract

Pfizer; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer in Groton, CT is seeking an AIP technician assistant to support necropsy and histology studies in a GLP-compliant lab. You will help with study setup, specimen handling, and documentation under SOPs and pathologist supervision.

The role emphasizes proper equipment use, traceability, and collaboration with the pathology team to ensure accurate data collection. Minimum HS with 1–3 years or AS with 0–2 years; GLP proficiency preferred; on-site, 1-year contract.

Qualifications

• HS degree with 1-3 years of relevant experience
• A.S Degree with 0-2 years of relevant experience
• Preferred: A.S. Degree with 1-3 years of relevant experience
• Preferred: Good Laboratory Practice Proficiency

Responsibilities

• Supports study set up to prepare for necropsy and histology portions of non GLP and GLP studies.
• In a structured environment, may train to fully support necropsy and histology techniques as outlined in our SOPs and directed by study protocols
• Communicates with the pathologist and laboratory manager to ensure proper collection, handling and submission of specimens, as well as, proper handling of all supportive documentation, including chain of custody forms for outsourced work
• Ensures proper use of and preventative maintenance of equipment and laboratory space
• Ensures full traceability of his/her work and of specimens

Skills

General laboratory skills

SOP knowledge

GLP compliance

Histology techniques

Necropsy basics

Documentation/chain of custody

Education

HS degree

AS degree

Job description

Pfizer in Groton, CT is seeking an AIP technician assistant to support necropsy and histology studies in a GLP-compliant lab. You will help with study setup, specimen handling, and documentation under SOPs and pathologist supervision.

The role emphasizes proper equipment use, traceability, and collaboration with the pathology team to ensure accurate data collection. Minimum HS with 1–3 years or AS with 0–2 years; GLP proficiency preferred; on-site, 1-year contract.