Necropsy Technician II

NorthernBio; Muskegon (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthernBio is seeking a Neuropsych Technician II to provide necropsy support in our Muskegon, MI facility. You will set up studies, perform perfusions and prosections, prepare tissues, manage samples, and mentor entry-level technicians.

This role involves anesthesia administration, tissue handling, and hands-on use of necropsy equipment. Responsibilities include data sheet creation, labeling, LIMS use, and collaboration with study directors to ensure protocol endpoints are met.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Necropsy study setup including data sheet creation, labeling, and use of LIMS.
• Use of necropsy equipment and troubleshooting for maintenance and procedures.
• Collaborate with Study Directors on draft protocols and pre-initiation meetings.
• Advanced euthanasia including drug administration and 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.
• Stocking, inventory, and ordering of necropsy supplies.
• Maintenance of advanced necropsy equipment.
• Mentoring and training entry-level necropsy technicians.
• Intubation/extubation, anesthesia induction, and assessing depth.
• Drug calculations and administration including injections; prepare solutions and fixatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team Player

Self-Motivation

Coachability

Microsoft Office

Written and verbal communication

GLP knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

LAT certification

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.