Necropsy Technician

inotivco; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Inotiv is seeking a Necropsy Technician I to assist with necropsy functions in a GLP laboratory setting in North Carolina. You will start with tissue identification, dissection per SOP, and organ weight measurements, while ensuring accurate data entry.

This role requires an HS diploma and BS in Biology or related field, 3+ years in GLP lab, 1+ year in GLP facility. Preferred certifications and experience with Provanits are a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience handling animal tissue in a GLP laboratory.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to train and collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for upcoming studies or projects
• Necropsy - tissue identification; dissection according to SOP
• Conduct organ weights
• Electronic data entry with gross lesion description
• Animal euthanasia
• Tissue trimming - per SOP and NIEHS guidelines
• Embedding - per SOP; use of tissue processors
• Data documentation and QC per GLP guidelines
• Ability to train and work on cross-department tasks relating to in vivo toxicology and histology
• Bag and store tissues
• Tissue Change-outs
• Work in a team environment with a professional and positive attitude
• Other duties as needed

Skills

Animal tissue handling

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

BS in Biology or related field

Tools

Provanits (or other electronic data recording)

Job description

The Necropsy Technician I assists with the preparation and in performing all necropsy functions in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and company regulations. They will also provide support in histology processes striving to sustain the highest quality results.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare for upcoming studies or projects
• Necropsy - tissue identification; dissection according to SOP
• Conduct organ weights
• Electronic data entry with gross lesion description
• Animal euthanasia
• Trimming - tissue identification; trimming per SOP and NIEHS guidelines
• Embedding - per SOP; use of tissue processors
• Data documentation and QC per GLP guidelines
• Ability to train and work on cross-department tasks relating to in vivo toxicology and histology

Additional Responsibilities

• Bag and store tissues
• Tissue Change-outs
• Work in a team environment with a professional and positive attitude
• Other duties as needed

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Education:

• H.S. diploma or equivalent
• B.S. degree in Biology or related field

Experience:

• ≥ 3 years in a GLP laboratory facility
• ≥ 1 year in a GLP laboratory facility

Skills:

• Experience with animal tissue
• Good organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Provanits (or other electronic data recording programs)
• AALAS or ASCP certifications ( i.e. LAT or HT)

Working Environment

• Primarily laboratory/animal facility (respirator, safety glasses, lab coat, shoe covers, head cover, and gloves, as needed)
• Occasional office work
• Occasional weekend, holiday, and evening work required

This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person's relevant experience and/or education level.

Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we "Play to Win" in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. There's an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual's unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people's lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities.

Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.