Necropsy Technician (All levels)

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At Altasciences we all move in unison to assist and work in the discovery development and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them. No matter your role we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. By living our values of Employee Development Customer Focus Quality and Excellence Respect and Integrity we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people like you to join our growing team! Whether youre a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity its time to discover your future at Altasciences.

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About the Role
To provide high quality and timely processing of pathological specimens through gross examinations necropsies tissue trimming and tissue processing as specified in company protocols and SOPs.

What Youll Do Here
Train and become fluent on core SOPs
Necropsy
Organ weighing
Bone marrow smear preparation
Tissue trimming
Decalcification
Use of an Electronic Data Capture System (EDCS)
Heat sealing
Archiving
Quality check (QC) review
PA I will train on becoming a Lead Study Technician (LST)
Reviewing protocols for correctness
Attendance in protocol reviews pre-necropsy meetings and departmental meetings
Complete study set-up
Maintaining necropsy suites including other Pathology lab areas
Maintaining instruments and equipment
Maintaining facility records (i.e. fridge/freezer storage records wet room storage records equipment use logs)
Assist with chemical management by maintaining stock and working solutions
Assist with waste management
Ordering and stocking
Specialized necropsies and tissue trimming procedures as required by protocols
Fetal reproductive necropsies

What You Need to Succeed
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) preferred; Associates degree or additional work experience acceptable
6 months to 1 year biological science or laboratory related work if B.S. or B.A. degree requirement not met
Working knowledge of anatomic biology
Basic computer skills MS Office Suite required
Proficiency in English including speaking reading and writing
Advanced Math skills specifically that apply to scientific data
Basic bench chemistry
Aptitude for pathology and histology techniques
Strong interpersonal skills
Problem solving skills
Strong attention to detail
Participation in company On-Call policy
Continual GLP training

What We Offer

Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives bothat and outside of work.

Altasciences Benefits Package Includes:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

• 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match

• Paid Vacation and Holidays

• Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave

• Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs

Altasciences Incentive Programs Include:

• Training & Development Programs

• Employee Referral Bonus Program

• Annual Performance Review

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MOVING IN UNISON TO DELIVER A BIG IMPACT WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH

Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request. Join us at Altasciences!