Pathology Associate I — Hands-On Necropsy & Tissue Prep

Altasciences; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Employee Assistance & Telehealth

Telework when applicable

Training & Development

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Altasciences in the United States is seeking a Pathology Associate to provide high quality processing of pathological specimens, including gross examinations, necropsies, tissue trimming and processing in line with SOPs. The role requires attention to detail, basic biology knowledge and accuracy in data entry, with training on core SOPs and opportunities to advance within the pathology team.

Superior organizational skills, collaborative work ethic and commitment to GLP standards are essential in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; associates or high school diploma acceptable with relevant experience.
• Biological science background required or at least 6 months in a lab.
• Working knowledge of biology and anatomy essential.

Responsibilities

• Train and become fluent on core SOPs for necropsy, organ weighing, bone marrow smear prep, and tissue trimming.
• Use of an Electronic Data Capture System (EDCS), heat sealing and archiving.
• Quality check review; train to become Lead Study Technician.
• Review protocols for correctness in pre-necropsy and departmental meetings.
• Complete study setup.
• Maintain necropsy suites and other pathology lab areas.
• Maintain instruments and equipment.
• Maintain facility records.
• Assist with chemical management and stock.
• Assist with waste management, ordering and stocking.
• Specialized necropsies and tissue trimming per protocols.

Skills

Biology knowledge

MS Office

English proficiency

Mathematics skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Data entry accuracy

GLP training

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Associates degree or high school diploma acceptable

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Altasciences in the United States is seeking a Pathology Associate to provide high quality processing of pathological specimens, including gross examinations, necropsies, tissue trimming and processing in line with SOPs. The role requires attention to detail, basic biology knowledge and accuracy in data entry, with training on core SOPs and opportunities to advance within the pathology team.

Superior organizational skills, collaborative work ethic and commitment to GLP standards are essential in