Role Summary The Necropsy Technician I will be engaged in necropsy support such as set up, perfusion, prosection, preparation of tissues/organs/samples, tissue trimming, tissue/organ accountabilities and maintaining necropsy equipment. The Necropsy Technician I will also be involved in assisting with sample management. Role Responsibilities • Basic perfusion and prosection of tissues and organs. Tissue accountability, trimming, and weighing. • Sample Management • Necropsy study set up including but not limited to data sheet creation, cassette, and tube labeling. • Use of Necropsy equipment including down draft tables, bone saw, and balance. • Basic euthanasia • Basic sample collection • Waste management and laboratory maintenance. • Data collection • Stocking standard necropsy supplies. • Preparation of solutions and fixatives. • Assist with necropsy data review. • Intubation/extubation, induction of anesthesia, and assessing anesthetic depth. • Drug calculations and administration including intramuscular and subcutaneous. • Introduction to point technician duties. • Other duties as assigned. Role Requirements • High School Diploma/GED required. Undergraduate Degree in animal or life sciences preferred. • Minimum of 1 year experience with High School Diploma/GED or 6 months of experience with undergraduate degree preferred. • ALAT certification preferred. • Proficient with Microsoft Office core applications and the ability to learn and use additional applications. • Good written and oral communication skills. • Basic understanding of laboratory operations and data collection, knowledge of GLP’s and other federal regulations relating to the care and handling of laboratory animals. • Basic understanding of study design and protocols. Behavioral Expectations • Coachability • Self-Motivation • Adaptability/Flexibility 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 including 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 ladder 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.