Necropsy Technician II

NORTHERN BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH INC dbaNorthernB; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Biomedical Research Inc. in Muskegon, MI, is seeking a Necropsy Technician II to support necropsy study setup, tissue collection, and sample management.

You will mentor entry-level technicians and ensure proper handling of specimens, data, and equipment in a GLP-regulated environment. The role requires hands-on necropsy duties, advanced euthanasia procedures, and collaboration with study directors to draft protocols and ensure endpoints are met.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 2 years experience preferred.
• LAT certification preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office core applications and the ability to learn and use additional applications.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Intermediate understanding of GLP and federal regulations relating to the care and handling of laboratory animals.
• Understanding study design and ability to produce quality tissues/samples to meet protocol endpoints.
• Team player with self-motivation and coachability.

Responsibilities

• Set up necropsy study data sheets, label cassettes and tubes using LIMS.
• Operate necropsy equipment and troubleshoot for maintenance.
• Collaborate with Study Directors on protocols and pre-initiation meetings.
• Perform advanced euthanasia including drug administration and catheter placement.
• Prosection of tissues/organs including DRG, spinal cord, and heart.
• Collect samples (urine, blood, CSF) and manage specimens.
• Review necropsy data and maintain inventory of supplies.
• Mentor and train entry-level necropsy technicians.
• Assist with intubation/induction of anesthesia and assess depth.
• Perform drug calculations and prepare solutions and fixatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team Player

Self-Motivation

Coachability

Communication Skills

MS Office Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Undergraduate degree in related discipline preferred

Tools

LIMS

Job description

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Operations Muskegon, MI, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1319

Role Summary

The Necropsy Technician II will engage in necropsy support such as set up, perfusion, prosection, preparation of tissues/organs/samples, tissue trimming, tissue/organ accountabilities, sample management and maintaining necropsy equipment. The Necropsy Technician II will also serve as a mentor to entry level Necropsy Technicians.

Role Responsibilities

• Necropsy study set up including but not limited to data sheet creation, cassette, tube labeling, use of LIMS.


• Use of necropsy equipment including down draft tables, bone saw and balance. Troubleshoot equipment for maintenance and procedures.


• Collaboration with Study Directions on draft protocols, pre-initiation meetings, and other point technician duties.


• Advanced euthanasia including drug administration including, but not limited to, catheter placement.


• Advanced prosection of tissues/organs including DRG, spinal cord, and heart.


• Sample collection including urine, blood, and CSF.


• Necropsy data and book review.


• Standard stocking, inventory, and ordering of specialized necropsy supplies.


• Use and maintenance of advanced necropsy equipment.


• Mentoring and training entry-level necropsy technicians.


• Intubation/extubation, induction of anesthesia, and assessing anesthetic depth.


• Drug calculations and administration including intramuscular and subcutaneous. Preparation of solutions and fixatives.


• Other duties as assigned.

Role Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience with High School Diploma/GED or 1 year of experience with undergraduate degree in a related discipline preferred.


• LAT certification preferred. Ability to handle common laboratory species.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office core applications and the ability to learn and use additional applications.


• Good written and oral communication skills.


• Intermediate understanding of laboratory operations and data collection, knowledge of GLP's and other federal regulations relating to the care and handling of laboratory animals.


• Intermediate understanding of study design and protocols and the ability to efficiently and consistently produce quality tissues/samples to meet protocol endpoints.


• Ability to efficiently and consistently produce quality tissue samples to meet protocol endpoints.


• Team Player


• Self-Motivation


• Coachability

Special Requirements

• This role works predominately in a laboratory setting. There will be exposure to animal pathogens and chemicals. There will be handling of, and/or exposure to, animal tissues and zoonotic organisms.


• Ability to don and wear personal protective gear, including N95 masks and respirators.


• Physical activity includes lifting (up to 50lbs), carrying (up to 40lbs for up to 50 feet), pushing/pulling (up to 75lbs force), reaching, gripping/pinching, standing and ascending ladders without restriction.


• Ability to spend most of the day standing or walking.


• Ability to work beyond typical work schedule including, but not limited to, evenings, weekends, extended shifts with short notice.