Pathology Research Assistant & Animal Study Technician

Labcorp; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

STD/LTD

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time O

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401(k) eligibility for certain staff

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Research Assistant to join the Pathology team in Greenfield, IN. The role involves basic necropsy and histology tasks on various laboratory animals, under GLP and SOP guidelines.

You will monitor animal health, assist AAALAC compliance, and perform tissue processing techniques while maintaining safety and confidentiality. The position offers benefits and room to grow in a global diagnostics company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in animal science, biology, chemistry, microbiology, biochemistry or associate’s degree in veterinary technology.
• 6 months+ experience with small and large animal dissections.
• 6 months+ experience in animal handling.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic necropsy or histology tasks on laboratory animals in compliance with the appropriate SOPs, GLPs, and regulatory guidelines
• Monitor animal health and welfare in compliance with the Animal Health and Welfare Act and help maintain facilities for AAALAC compliance
• Performing multiple tissue freezing techniques and measuring of tissues
• Performing histological trimming, bagging of tissues, and embedding
• Learn how to interpret a study protocol
• Reports all animal care concerns and becomes involved in the resolution and appropriate corrective action, when necessary
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment
• Maintains client confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor’s degree in animal science, biology, chemistry, microbiology, biochemistry OR associate’s degree in veterinary technician

Job description

Labcorp is seeking a Research Assistant to join the Pathology team in Greenfield, IN. The role involves basic necropsy and histology tasks on various laboratory animals, under GLP and SOP guidelines.

You will monitor animal health, assist AAALAC compliance, and perform tissue processing techniques while maintaining safety and confidentiality. The position offers benefits and room to grow in a global diagnostics company.