Necropsy Technician

University of California, Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 39,785 - 64,003; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in California is seeking a Necropsy Technician to perform necropsies, process animal tissues, and provide technical assistance in laboratory maintenance. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science or a related field, along with experience in handling and restraining animals. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and teamwork skills. This full-time position offers competitive pay and the chance to work in a vital facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience handling and restraining live animals, especially livestock.
• Knowledge of avian and mammalian anatomy.

Responsibilities

• Perform necropsies and process fixed tissue.
• Provide technical assistance and maintain necropsy facilities.

Skills

Animal handling

Necropsy techniques

Biohazard safety

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Animal Science or related field

Job description

Overview

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Base pay range: $28.88/hr - $46.46/hr (department budgeted range: $28.88 - $32.51/hr; commensurate with experience).

Under minimal supervision, handle animals, perform necropsies, process fixed tissue obtained from animal necropsy procedures, and trim formalin fixed tissues with adherence to established protocols. Provide high level technical assistance, data entry, and laboratory maintenance for necropsy facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science or Physiology or related field, or/and equivalent combination of education and experience in technical aspects of necropsy including exsanguination, euthanasia, tissue collection, identification of normal versus abnormal anatomy and sterile techniques.


• Experience handling and restraining live animals, especially livestock, for euthanasia purposes.


• Experience working with biohazardous tissue, blood, and dead animals; safety knowledge to prevent contaminating self and others with biohazardous materials.


• Knowledge of avian and mammalian anatomy and skills to prepare and assist with necropsies.


• Knowledge of trimming fixed tissues.


• Skills to prepare tissue samples for various types of analyses.


• Ability to understand and consider others\' priorities, opinions and concerns in a busy work environment, interact professionally with clients, communicate complex and confidential information, and promote teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a diagnostic laboratory necropsy facility, sample submission protocols, and identification of processed tissue types to aid in the embedding process.


• Experience with quality control procedures in a diagnostic laboratory including maintaining accurate inventory and quality control records, as well as knowledge of quality control and quality assurance methods in a diagnostic laboratory that utilizes complex methodologies.


• Advanced experience in tissue trimming and/or necropsy techniques.


• Knowledge of safe working practices and laboratory/University safety protocols to include handling and disposal of waste solvents and biologically hazardous materials.


• Analytical, problem solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills to research, develop and recommend solutions to complex problems and issues, as well as skills to instruct, technically train and provide consultation to technical and professional personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Necropsy Facility Maintenance (10%)

Special Requirements

Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position.

This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment.

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Job ID# 81353

The University of California, Davis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Veterinary Services