Necropsy/Histology Technician (Entry Level)

Kelly Services; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid holidays and retirement plan

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Biology background

Animal science familiarity

Histology interest

Laboratory safety

Detail-oriented

Instruction follow-through

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology/Animal Science or related

Tools

Automated slide staining machines

Job description

Necropsy / Histology Technician

Location: Newark, Delaware

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM (40 hours/week). Occasional 6:30 AM starts to support studies. Weekend on-call rotation approximately once every eight weeks, after training.

Pay Rate: $24-28/hr

Assignment: 1 year contract, ability to extend or convert

We are seeking a Necropsy / Histology Technician to join a laboratory team supporting scientific research. This is a great opportunity for a recent Biology, Animal Science, or related science graduate to gain hands‑on experience in animal research, necropsy, and histology. No previous necropsy or histology experience is required, as training will be provided. You'll work alongside experienced laboratory professionals, learn specialized techniques, and develop valuable skills in a research environment.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Animal Science, or a related scientific discipline preferred. Candidates with relevant hands‑on experience may also be considered.
• 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 while working 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.

Training & Growth Opportunities

• Approximately one month of initial training on laboratory procedures and responsibilities.
• Continued hands‑on training to develop necropsy competency, with rat competency expected over the following few months and mouse competency potentially taking up to six months.
• Histology training provided, with the opportunity to expand into additional histology laboratory responsibilities over time.
• All required laboratory PPE, including lab coats, safety glasses, and gloves, will be provided. Appropriate clothing and closed‑toe shoes are required.

If you're a recent graduate looking to get started in a research laboratory, gain hands‑on animal research experience, and develop specialized technical skills, this is a great opportunity to build your career.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources.

Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

• Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability.
• As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.
• In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.
• All required laboratory PPE, including lab coats, safety glasses, and gloves, will be provided. Appropriate clothing and closed‑toe shoes are required.

Why Kelly Science & Clinical

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce.

Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center.

Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws.

A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en).

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide.

Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center.

Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.